The rug was exactly as described.  It seems to be well made and the color is beautiful in my entry area.  I did put a pad under it and that adds to the nice thick feel and eliminates slipping on the hard surface flooring.  I bought a matching smaller accent rug that is in front of the TV and that does slip around (without a pad) but it is not in a traffic area so I may not bother to put a pad under it.  I do think a pad is necessary for safety if the rug is put on a hard surface where it will be walked on frequently.