It's a beautiful rug, but SO STRETCHY, which made it difficult to put down and get straight. Just walking on it or moving literally anything over it creates bulges and bumps that are difficult to smooth out because it's so stretchy.  Definitely one of the most frustrating experiences with a rug I've ever had.  Looks nice though if you can get past the impracticality of it.  **We also purchased the recommended rug gripper. That might actually add to the challenge of smoothing out all the bumps. Used it with and without.