Contrary to the description, this rug does not have a non-skid backing. Rather, it has the scratchy, more traditional backing. It is a beautiful rug and seems to be very nice quality, but I needed a thin, non-skid rug. If I put a non-skid pad under this then it will be too high for the area it will be located. I wish I could keep it as it really is beautiful. (Note: it is rolled very tightly and though it sat for several days with weights on it, the folds were still there. I am sure they would come out eventually but they are very strong.)