looks great in person. it's thick but not cushy, more of a flat feel but the lack of cushion is made up for by the fact that it dries quickly (we've had 2 storms since I put this down a week ago). My only complaint would be that it's a little light and the wind from the storm keeps blowing one side up. I have to keep rocks or a weight on it in high winds (which is often since I live at the beach)