I bought the 9x12 to cover my hard wood floors in the living room. First, it is a very good looking rug. BUT... Saying it sheds is an understatement. I have to vacuum it constantly. Meaning more than once a day. It's sheddings are all over my house. It gets in your eyes and having a toddler who plays on it has been bad. It is constantly getting in his eyes. It covers our clothes and blankets. I have had it 3 weeks and it fills my vacuum container every time I vacuum it. Also, would not recommend it to anyone with pets. it snags very easily. Have to take scissors to fix the snags daily.  I would not recommend this rug. Maybe a smaller one, but definitely not to use as a living room floor.