This is a beautiful rug!  It feels so soft and silky and lays so flat, no bumps or wrinkles.  I did not get a floor mat to put it on, not sure I need one as the backing has a rubber backing.  They say you can just put it in your washer if it gets soiled.  I have the 8x10', so I would take it to a laundry mat.  It is made well, and I think it will wear very well.