I purchased the 6x9 version to brighten up the kids beige playroom. It does look exactly as pictured, but I'm not in love with the material it's made from. I wouldn't say "scratchy" but definitely not soft. The major CON is the shedding!!! we were all covered in rainbow shreds after playing for half an hour. If it was not such a large product I would probably send back. If you don't plan on sitting or laying on it, it's a fine product. My other complaint is that it's already starting to pull in places after a week. For 200 bucks I hope it lasts, On the "brighter" side, the kids love it and actually immediately started playing Twister on it, so it's a hit with them. :)  

Pros: as pictured, bright, fun 
Cons: sheds, pulling after a week, not soft to lay on