I would have given this rug 5 stars if not for the mold smell, which was apparent as soon as I opened the plastic wrapper. I have spent 2 weeks first letting the rug air out in the garage, then moving it into an empty room, then using a carpet shampooer on it twice. I hope I can get the smell out, because otherwise I like the color, size and texture alot. It is thick and it flattened well.