How To Get A Rug To Lay Flat On Hardwood Floors

Deep cleaning of an area rug on hardwood floors.

How to get a rug to lay flat on hardwood floors.

Always select rug colors to either match or create a positive contrast with your current layout and style. Another cheap and easy alternative for slip proofing your rugs is applying lines of acrylic latex caulk to your rug s backing about every six inches. On an annual basis or if a major spill has occurred you will want to deep clean your entire area rug. Lay the rug back flat on the sheeting.

When placing rugs in entryways or high traffic. Run a bead of caulk across the back of the rug within 1 inch of the binding along one edge. The key to decorating with area rugs on hardwood floors successfully is creating a sound theme. Rugs placed on hardwood laminate and tile floors are the most prone to slipping and sliding but the problem needs to be remedied no matter your flooring type.

Your rug and hardwood combination should highlight your decor around your house. Rug pads special gripper tape and rug backings either purchased or appropriately improvised are the simplest solutions. If your area rug is for a sitting area make sure the edges of the rug go under the sofa or chairs to help keep it from moving. Run additional lines of caulk down the entire length of the rug spacing each line about 6 inches apart.