We got the large 9x12 version of this rug for our sitting room to add an earthy, organic, beachy feeling and it certainly fits the bill. The texture is soft and smooth to the touch, which is great since we do yoga and stretch out in this room on the floor.  Note that you will need a decent rug pad, since the pile is not very high. We got an extra thick recycled rug pad to make this rug feel really cushioned and not so thin on a hardwood floor. The rug took a few days to "relax" after being rolled up (we taped the edges down for the first day or two). The colors are pretty true to the original photos. Overall, we are quite pleased.