Love this rug. It is very thin so you do need a rug pad. I had one already although if you want softness you need the thickest one you can find. My rug pad is only medium thickness so it’s still very thin. That’s my only complaint.  Other than that, I love the rug. Shipping was very fast and the rug was in perfect condition.  I love the colors. I have already gotten lots of compliments on it. My cat loves it, too.