This rug is gorgeous. I was blown away by how real this looks. Most people can't tell it's faux cowhide when they first see it! So that alone is a win for me. This rug is a beautiful accent to my guest bedroom. It is soft and very durable. I have nephews who play in the guest room quite often and they love to sit in the floor and pet the rug because they love how it feels. They play rough and it has held up very nicely. The metallic gold flecks are a nice touch. It gives it that nice glimmer as you walk past it. A rug pad is needed to keep it in place. The colors are neutral so this rug can go anywhere and it will look amazing. Overall, I am super pleased with this rug. Highly recommend to dress up any room!