I have never purchased a rug before and was shocked at the price tags as I shopped around!  I needed something to cushen the floor for my 7 month old as he gets more mobile.  Although I was hesitant about buying a rug online, I trusted the reviews for this very reasonably priced and beautiful rug.  I'm so glad I did!  We got the 8 X 10 and it came very well packaged and laid flat right away with no smell!  It's beautiful in person.  The only slight con is that I'd like it to be slightly more plush.