I love this rug! It is not very soft but I thought I was going to use it under a dining set. However, I measured incorrectly and this 8X10 was too large for that space. I have it in living room and just love how it looks and I think it will hold up for a while. It lays very flat. If you are looking for cushy, this is not it. But durable with almost a beachy feel...this rug is great