This is a great rug but it does have a few drawbacks... First, it is VERY difficult to unroll. I've now had it for several days with bricks placed at the edges to keep it from rolling back up and STILL every time I remove the bricks, the rug starts to curl back up. Obviously, eventually the rug will lie flat and this won't be a problem. But this rug is definitely not ready to use right when it arrives. Second, the chemical smell is significant. I placed the rug in a screened in porch (so it gets plenty of fresh air) and several days later it still emits an odor. But again, like the curling issue, the smell will eventually dissipate. All that being said, I'm definitely glad I purchased the rug. The colors are vibrant and you can't beat the price!