I was looking for a new area rug for my dining room which is informal, our everyday eating place and lots of traffic with pets, and guests. I wanted to try an indoor/outdoor rug instead of spending a lot of money. This rug is beautiful, the colors and pattern are fabulous, it looks nothing like a patio rug. The backing is latex so there is no need for a pad, and the fabric is very soft. This is my second  carpet purchase, the quality of this brand is truly excellent and purchasing on Wayfair saved me quite a bit. Shipping was super fast. I am very happy with my purchase.Pros: Non skid backing, excellent qualityCons: None