I like the foot-feel of the rug it’s very soft, but I don’t really care for the style.  It’s just a little vanilla for me.  I thought once I got it down, it would contrast with my older hardwood, and it does...but the pattern is just a little too plain for my tastes. It reminds me of the foam padding that goes underneath wall-to-wall carpeting.  Unfortunately, the comfort of the rug, the fact that I like the breathability of the natural materials used (I believe it’s a 7030 woolpoly blend) and the hassle of returning the rug means I will keep it.  Function over form when it comes down to it.  I probably will not use an online shop for my next rug purchase.