I had been contemplating a thin rug to put under my dining room table to make the space a bit more cozy and tie it into the living room. I didn't want one of those cheap foam backs but I also didn't want a thick carpet that the chairs would catch on. This one was perfect! It's just the right size and color, has a proper rug backing, and is the perfect thickness. I probably wouldn't put it in the living room (at least not without a pad underneath) but this is exactly what I had envisioned! And cheap enough so that when my kids spill food all over it, I won't be devastated lolThe first photo is straight out of the box and the others are maybe two hours later so it settled very quickly!