This is the softest, most plush rug I have ever owned! My husband lays on it with the  grandkids and dog and he has a lot of pain. He finds it so comfortable that he makes the effort to get down to the ground. The colors are muted and soft. I had one stain that came out easy. I bought the rug pad and I highly recommend it to keep the rug in place and to add extra padding. I am going to look at their other offerings and see what else I can order.