Rug Pads
Do I need a Rug Pad? YES.
A Rug Pad feels better.
The reason you want a soft floor covering like a rug is you like something soft on the floor. A rug pad is small investment, but can improve your comfort. Not only do rug pads add softness, they also reduce fatigue. Hard floors can be tiring. A Rug Pad is easier on your joints. And Rug Pads reduce noise.
A Rug Pad can add safety.
Small area rugs are especially prone to sliding. A non-slip rug pad can greatly reduce the likelihood of an injury from a sliding rug.
A Rug Pad will prolong the life of your rug.
Rug Pads act as a shock absorber. They absorb a substantial amount of the impact of walking on your rug, reducing the wear on your rug. Rug Pads also act as a barrier between your rug and your floor. This helps mitigate the abrasive nature of dirt particles against the back of your rug.
A Rug Pad will protect your floor.
A Rug Pad will also protect your floor. The backings of many rugs can be abrasive. A Rug Pad will be a soft surface against your floor. A Rug Pad can also help to absorb dirt, so the dirt does not become an abrasive against your floor.
How big should my Rug Pad be?
The Rug Pad should be a little smaller than the rug size. This will allow your rug to drape to the floor so you do not have a tripping hazard, and also covers your pad completely so you don’t see the edges. Just give us your actual rug size, and we will cut the pad to fit your rug.
Do I need to clean my Rug Pad?
In general, no. You can vacuum it occasionally to remove grit. And you should blot any liquid spills until dry.
