At first, I was really impressed with this rug. Love the colour, love the subtle pattern and it looked great in my room. I liked the silky low pile.... however after just a few short weeks, the pile is all messy looking, and fluffed up. It is not silky to the touch anymore. I is annoying as I can't see the lovely subtle pattern as the light is hitting the pile at all angles and it just looks all ratty! I have been so careful not to use the rotary brush on my hoover on it as the instructions say. So disappointed - I suppose you do get what you pay for after all!