This is my second runner of this pattern. I liked it so much after searching for a new runnner/pattern, I just went back to this one. It's neutral and attractive. The pattern is raised a bit and it wore like a champ. It was in a VERY high traffic area. Even though fairly light, the pattern, cut of the rug and quality made it last longer than I thought. I received a lot of compliments on it as people entered our home. It's quite thick but not so thick you trip on it when crossing over it. My friend had the circular size in her office and I loved it so I bought one for our home. It's a great purchase and reasonably priced. If you're thinking of this rug, I don't think you'd be disappointed. It was a little curled up on the end when it arrived but 2 days with heavy chairs on the edges flattened it right out.