This rug is thick and lush and had zero smell when it arrived. It is also heavy enough that there was no curling at all when we unrolled it. We have had it close to six months now with no problems and it is holding up to a playful and rambunctious dog who has a lot of doggie friends visit us quite well. Couldn’t be happier with this rug. The colors are lovely. Rich but muted and not garish at all.