I would love to give this 5 stars for how much I like it aesthetically, but there are a few major downsides.  Like other reviews mentioned, there are (ingrained) gravel sized bits of dried glue or something that look like and resemble actual gravel.  The first time I stepped on it-it felt like an acupuncture mat.  There were also 2 stains-they are tiny but they are also bright pink so they really stick out.  I'm a single mom of 3 and this was a big purchase for me- I wish the carpet was flawless. I do really like the color(s) and subtle pattern.