Just received 8 x 10 area rug yesterday.  It was delivered on date stated, securely rolled and wrapped in plastic.  The rug laid relatively flat right away. I don't order online often, so was thrilled that the rug looked just like the online photos.  My walls are greige, floor is medium oak, and dining set is stained dark.  It blends beautifully and adds a richness to the dining room!  The rug design would easily match with traditional, modern, rustic, industrial, or global decor.  Since it's under the dining table, a pad does not seem necessary.  This is a "rug", not one of the the modern floor "mats"....Just what I wanted!