This rug is soft for the feet, beautiful to the eyes and affordable for the pocket.  No need for a floor pad for this rug.  There is a skid-free material woven into the bottom side of the rug and  The woven material is plush yet still thin enough for a front door to open in an entryway.  Another plus for me on this rug is it is just the right size and is machine washable. Can fit perfectly in a front end washer on gentle or hand wash cycle and be line dried.