My 5yr old son insisted on having a "rainbow room" in our new home. As a compromise, we went with a few rainbow accessories, and I loved this rug the best from all the options I saw on Wayfair, Amazon, etc. It is rainbow without being too feminine for a boys room. Also went with the Eames-inspired Bubble Gum Hooks (Dot & Bo website) and it looks great! We've not experienced any shedding yet, but do give the rug a few days to lie flat and to fluff up a bit. Very happy with the purchase in the end:)