A common thing that can happen by using the
wrong type of rug pad on vinyl and linoleum floors is that the rug pad can
damage the floor. There are many rug pads available that contain an adhesive
that could stick to and harm vinyl
floors. The safest and best rug pads for use on vinyl and linoleum floors
are either a solid felt rug pad or a felt and rubber combination rug pad.
I often hear customers asking me what type of
rug pad is best for vinyl and linoleum floors. These same customers have either
had a bad experience with a rug pad on their floor or have been told by the
floor manufacturer to take care in choosing the right rug pad for their vinyl
floor. Unfortunately, there are many rug pads available that claim to work on
all hard floors but can actually harm many types of floors, including vinyl and
linoleum.
The best choice for a rug pad under a rug on
a vinyl
and linoleum floor is a recycled felt rug pad or natural rubber rug pad.
The recycled felt rug pad can be used under rugs that do not tend to slip.
Since there is no rubber in this rug pad, it does not prevent slipping. This
felt rug pad is great under area rugs that are either too large or heavy to
move or ones that have furniture holding them down. For a rug that tends to
slip on a vinyl or linoleum floor, there is a recycled felt and natural rubber
rug pad. Natural rubber is not to be confused with imitation rubber or a rubber
like substance which can harm the floor. Natural rubber is completely safe for
all vinyl and linoleum floors and does not transfer to the floor.
I have seen many vinyl and linoleum floors
damaged from those thinner waffle looking rug pads available in many types of
stores. The reason this type of rug pad harms the floor is that the rug pad
contains a chemical adhesive sprayed on it. This adhesive is what can transfer
to the vinyl or linoleum floor and cause irreversible damage. A felt and felt
and rubber rug pad does not contain any adhesive or application and hence does
not transfer anything to the floor.
For those looking for a way to protect a rug
and protect a vinyl or linoleum floor, the right rug pad will make all the
difference. Be sure to find a Carpets store
that offers a quality recycled felt or recycled felt and natural rubber
combination rug pad to prolong the life of your rug and floor. For more know
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