LOVE this rug! The colors are amazing and it’s very soft. I spent an embarrassing amount of time comparing rugs and always came back to this one. I got the 9x12 (or close enough size, I think it’s 8’6” x 11’2”) and got the basic rug pad to go under. Used it under our king size bed (don’t judge the placement of the rug in the photo....my husband didn’t want a rug but he saw I was determined. I compromised by putting it long way underneath the bed). Yes it’s thinner than most rugs but I think using a rug pad really helps. If you are on the fence, just go for it!