This rug is really inexpensive for the size and looked great in our upstairs loft. However, when we moved, there was already a traffic pattern after only a year of use. We had it professionally cleaned, but the traffic pattern remained. Cleaning company said that the synthetic fibers just don't clean like natural fibers. I loved the look and feel of the shag rug, but would suggest only for low-traffic areas unless purchased in a darker color.