This is the best rug I've purchased until now. The colors are true and the pile is tight and plush. It holds up very well to foot traffic, recovers from furniture being set on it and feels soft to the touch. The V-grooves provides a third dimension that makes the patterns really pop. There's no noticeable shedding at all. I'm using this with a Wayfair basic felt non-slip rug pad and it's been my favorite place to nap or play with the kiddos.