Install the Protective Rug Pad — Position and Secure Rug Pad
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How to Choose and Place a Rug Pad So Rugs Do Not Slip · Step 5 of 7
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With your chosen and correctly sized rug pad in hand, the final step is to install it beneath your area rug. First, ensure the section of your hardwood floor where the rug will be placed is clean and free of dust or debris. Carefully unroll the rug pad onto this designated spot, making sure it lies completely flat and smooth. If the rug pad has a specific non-slip or floor-safe side (e.g., a rubberized texture), ensure this side is facing down towards the hardwood floor. Once the pad is in place, gently lay your area rug directly on top of it. Adjust the rug so it is perfectly centered over the pad, ensuring the pad is fully covered by the rug and its edges are not exposed. This proper installation not only protects your hardwood floors from potential damage but also prevents the rug from slipping, adds cushioning, and enhances the rug's longevity.
Install the Protective Rug Pad — Position and Secure Rug Pad
Part of project
How to Choose and Place a Rug Pad So Rugs Do Not Slip · Step 5 of 7
In this video
With your chosen and correctly sized rug pad in hand, the final step is to install it beneath your area rug. First, ensure the section of your hardwood floor where the rug will be placed is clean and free of dust or debris. Carefully unroll the rug pad onto this designated spot, making sure it lies completely flat and smooth. If the rug pad has a specific non-slip or floor-safe side (e.g., a rubberized texture), ensure this side is facing down towards the hardwood floor. Once the pad is in place, gently lay your area rug directly on top of it. Adjust the rug so it is perfectly centered over the pad, ensuring the pad is fully covered by the rug and its edges are not exposed. This proper installation not only protects your hardwood floors from potential damage but also prevents the rug from slipping, adds cushioning, and enhances the rug's longevity.