Rug Pad Tips, Advice & News

Custom-Cut Rug Pads vs. Stock Sizes: Why the Fi...

Stock rug pads come in a few standard sizes, but most rugs don't measure exactly 5x8 or 8x10. Here's why gaps and overhang cause curling and wear — and when...

Custom-Cut Rug Pads vs. Stock Sizes: Why the Fi...

Stock rug pads come in a few standard sizes, but most rugs don't measure exactly 5x8 or 8x10. Here's why gaps and overhang cause curling and wear — and when...

Rug pad being cut to size, 2 inches smaller than the rug

What Size Rug Pad Do You Need? The 2-Inch Rule,...

Your rug pad should be 2 inches smaller than your rug — 1 inch per side. Here's why, a rug-to-pad size chart, and how to handle rounds, ovals, and odd...

What Size Rug Pad Do You Need? The 2-Inch Rule,...

Your rug pad should be 2 inches smaller than your rug — 1 inch per side. Here's why, a rug-to-pad size chart, and how to handle rounds, ovals, and odd...

Felt rug pad on a hardwood floor

Rug Pad for Hardwood Floors: How to Choose Thic...

Hardwood floors need the right rug pad: safe materials, the right thickness, and enough grip. Here's how to choose — and which pads to avoid.

Rug Pad for Hardwood Floors: How to Choose Thic...

Hardwood floors need the right rug pad: safe materials, the right thickness, and enough grip. Here's how to choose — and which pads to avoid.

Carpet stair tread pads fitted on wooden steps - cushion and wear protection under a stair runner

Do I Need a Pad Under My Stair Runner?

Yes - and on stairs it matters more than anywhere else. Here's what a stair runner pad does and which one to buy.

Do I Need a Pad Under My Stair Runner?

Yes - and on stairs it matters more than anywhere else. Here's what a stair runner pad does and which one to buy.

Eco-friendly felt rug pad, safe for vinyl plank floors

Will a Rug Pad Stain My Vinyl Plank Floors?

The wrong rug pad can stain vinyl plank floors. Here's how to tell the difference and why 100% felt is the safe answer.

Will a Rug Pad Stain My Vinyl Plank Floors?

The wrong rug pad can stain vinyl plank floors. Here's how to tell the difference and why 100% felt is the safe answer.