This is the perfect area rug for my Mid-Century Modern home. It looks more expensive than it is, a very nice modern sculpted rug, more elegant in person. It flattened out completely very quickly after unrolling, without any chemical odor. I still need to buy a rug pad for it, but it feels good on my feet without one, nice and plush. My little Cavalier loves it and enjoys napping on it in front of the fireplace This rug has made her life better. My brother complimented me on it and told me I have great taste. (!!!) It's just a great rug, true to color, no surprises - just what I wanted. I highly recommend it.