This rug looks great considering it's half the price of most shag rugs like it.  I got a 8'6" by 12 and it looks beautiful, I did put a pad under it.  I was very hesitant to order this because I have very rich taste and I was afraid it would look cheap and be thin.  It does not look cheap,  it is thicker than I expected and very silky.  I am a very picky person.