I purchased this rug for my master bedroom. It came rolled in plastic. I immediately removed the plastic and noticed the four corners were curled a little. I put heavy objects on the four corners for a few days and no more curling! I also didn't notice any chemical smells as other reviewers noted. I knew it was thin after reading other reviews but it's so soft I don't feel a rug pad is needed. The colors are muted yet adds dimension to my periwinkle walls and furnishings within the room. I vacuum the rug on the low carpet setting and haven't noticed any type of damage. I really like this rug.