Yes, some shedding is normal for a new shag rug. Vacuum gently without a beater bar and it should settle over time.

Can it go in a bathroom or kitchen?

It is indoor-only and the deep pile holds moisture and crumbs, so it is a poor fit for wet or messy rooms.

Spot clean with a mild detergent and let it air dry. It is not machine washable, and a vacuum without a beater bar works best.

Will furniture sink into it?

With a 1.2-inch pile, chair and bed legs will press in. Use furniture cups or a rug pad to spread the load.

The pile is a synthetic polypropylene and acrylic blend over a jute backing, machine-made in Turkey.

A pad is recommended. It keeps the rug from sliding on hard floors and adds cushioning under the jute backing.

At The Home Depot, for $86.96, 16% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

5 stores we checked sell it, including The Home Depot, Walmart, Shop Simon, Kohl's, Staples.

$86.96at The Home DepotChecked Nov 8

16% under what the other stores charge

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