I love this rug so much more than I was expecting. It looks just like the online picture. I had no problem getting it to lay flat. The rug has a slight sheen to it and feels soft. I have hardwood floors so a rug pad was needed. It adds a bit of glamour to the living room and compliments the metallic accents. The only down side is that every little bit of fuzz shows up on it. I have to use the Roomba everyday to keep it looking nice.