The rug arrived in record time and it unrolled nicely.  The colors are pretty close to what is shown on line.  It has a nice pile even though it is listed at .5".  I don't have a pad under it, but that is because it has my table on top of it.  If used elsewhere, I would definitely recommend a pad.  The colors are more muted, which is fine.  There is a hint of green in the leaves and the pattern on my rug was more one-sided, which is fine because I have a very busy chair in the room, so the non-patterned side is by the chair.  I am satisfied with my purchase and may buy the runner for my hallway!