Genuinely exceeded my expectations. Really love the pattern and the texture is soft and smooth. Plus the backing really holds! Ee replaced another rug with this and its soo much better. Our previous one slid around despite trying 2 rug pads. Note this is not a cushy rug, its think and very low pile but thats perfect for me. I havent tried to wash it yet but Im so happy to know it can be washed if the pets make a mess of it, which happens!