Why Some Non Slip Pads Damage Floors

When choosing a non slip rug pad, most people just care to keep their rug from slipping. This can lead to purchasing the least expensive non slip rug pad. If you have concern for your floors, it is important not to just buy a non slip rug pad based solely on price. There are many non slip rug pads available that have been known to be harmful to floors such as sticking or marking their design right onto the floor.

When we think of the typical non slip rug pad, we tend to think of the pad with holes. This type of non slip rug pad does hold rugs to the floor yet there are variations of this pad and some of these cause damage to hard floors and eventually stop working. One of the main reasons that some non slip rug pads cause damage to floors is that they are constructed of a polyester or pvc plastic that is usually sprayed with some sort of adhesive to create the non slip function. Imagine this adhesive to act like paint. Well, in many cases of use, this adhesive wears off of the material and ends up marking your floor.

The above type of non slip pad is relatively inexpensive to make and is made quickly, hence the inexpensive price point. For those looking to buy a non slip pad based only on price, go for it yet be prepared to possibly have to refinish your floors at some point in time.  Personally, I think it is best to make sure the non slip rug pad you choose is safe for all floors and rugs while continuing to provide a non slip function. This may cost a little more yet will prove to be the best choice in the long run.

Another type of non slip pad is one that is solid with a jute surface and a non slip backing. Here, the damage can arise from the backing. There are different ways to manufacture this non slip rug pad and again, the less expensive way costs less to buy yet is a more risky decision for your floors. The non slip backing on many of these pads is a sprayed on adhesive that may look and feel like rubber. The problem is that this adhesive spray does not adhere well enough to the surface of the pad and eventually breaks down and can mark your floor.

You can find quality non slip rug pads that are safe for floors and rugs. Rug Pad Corner is a great online source of three types of quality rug pads. Wherever you shop for non slip rug pads, it is best to make sure the pad is made of quality.

About the Author

Luis Santamaria has been in the area rug and flooring business for several years. His experience and expertise concentrate on rug and floor preservation. You may view his choices in quality rug pads at www.rugpadcorner.com

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