This area rug is sturdy and attractive.  It is an unusual style with the soft bamboo done so nicely.  Believe me , I love this rug...the nice color and how it is securely bound.  It is soft to walk on also.  I couldn't get the size I wanted (runner), so I bought this size.  It just doesn't work size wise at a back entrance door.  I do love it though, so I decided I must keep it in the family and gave it too my daughter in law.  She loved it also and has it under a diskette set.  Just so lovely!  Judith Simmons, Torrance, California