12x15 rug is substantial. Appears to be very high quality. I would highly recommend not just delivery to the desired room but also unpacking service if you get the 12x15 size like we did. The rug is quite heavy (I think the packing slip said 175 lbs). My son and I were barely able to get it out of the giant shipping tube. That said, it's beautiful and I think it will last for many years. Shedding has been minimal, although I did notice little hairs on me after lying down on it to do some stretches. One reviewer thought the background color was too "mauve" but on ours it is just a beautiful cream color. Great rug.