I got this to lay on top of carpet in my basement bedroom as an extra layer until I can have the carpetfloor  upgraded.  Hopefully it will add an extra layer of warmth and protection to the space.  It looks great and easy to maintain. The color is nice and we just unrolled it.  
If you’re going to lay it down on wood or bare floor, you will definitely need a pad. This is a thin rug.  I would recommend for short term use ca