These come vacuum packed for international shipping. Be very careful when opening the packaging as cutting the item is quite possible if one is even a little casual.The plus factors - The item came about two weeks prior to the earliest projected date. I purchased the overside item, 120' x 98' and finally have something that actually covers the bed and its sides properly.Durability - I think that the item will be good for several years even with my dog digging at it virtually every evening.The minus factor (a BIG one) - I bought the item in taupe. The item delivered is much lighter in color than it is represented in the photograph at the Amazon website. I've included a photo for comparison purposes The invoice, such as it is, does not state a color. I've looked at all of the items on offer at the website and none matches what I have so I believe that the photo is just not accurate. Had I known the true color, I would not have purchased the item. As to returning it, too much trouble!