After reading the reviews, I decided to wash it once, so I did it right away! (My family's washing machine is small, so I used a laundromat.) The stiffness and creases from when I bought it have gone, and it's become easier to handle, and the surface has become fluffy, so it's improved! As you can see in the picture, it's not very thick, and compared to Wilton weave, it's thin, but I'm satisfied with the price range! It's light and can be washed in a washing machine, which is very attractive. I chose this rug because I wanted something with a good texture that I could use all year round. The beige color and the fact that it's not a diamond pattern make it stylish. It seems to go well with a variety of furniture styles. I'm looking forward to cleaning it in the future, as it's said to be easy to get rid of dust!