This rug looks amazing!!! The base color really is more on the gray side, but I was counting on that based on other reviews. However, there is enough beigebrown in it to pull my walls and furniture together. The quality is incredible, very thick and soft. I got a no-slip pad for it that is very thin, but the rug itself doesnt need more padding. I purchased the runner also and am equally pleased with it. Both laid flat shortly after unrolling. No smell at all, just perfect all around. Will definitely order from Wayfair again!