Whether it's a robust Persian rug, a rag rug, or a bath mat – floor decorations should primarily provide a cozy flair, serve as beautiful room decor, and, of course, keep our feet warm. After all, especially on cold tiles or bare parquet, one tends to shiver when standing barefoot in front of the mirror or playing with children on the floor. Such a rug is therefore practical, decorative, and sensible in many respects. Nevertheless, it can happen from time to time that the beautiful floor runner becomes a tripping hazard. Especially the corners that might curl up can be treacherous. Read on below to find out what you can do about slipping rugs and curling rug corners.
Caution – Risk of Accident
Rugs that fill an entire room are probably not what is meant here – it is the floor coverings that we lay on the floor as fringe rugs or the small mats intended to prevent slipping in the bathroom in front of the bathtub or shower. Although these textiles are actually supposed to reduce danger, they increasingly represent a dangerous issue. Many household accidents occur due to slipping rugs because folds, corners, or ripples create an unsightly trap.
The best tips against rug traps
Double-sided tape
Of course, you can use double-sided tape on the rug – however, some floor coverings do not take kindly to this procedure. Therefore, be sure to ask an expert which floor covering can withstand this process. If you want to move or replace the rug after a certain time, removing the tape can become a nerve-wracking procedure. Therefore, you should stick high-quality, double-sided tape to the parquet or laminate and press the rug down firmly. (Please do not use cheap tape.)
Carpet tape
If you don't want to commit to normal double-sided tape and prefer to play it safe, use so-called carpet tape. This can be cut to size as desired and applied selectively. This allows the rug to be fixed at problem areas, and ripples or bumps disappear in no time. Particularly practical: it can be removed without leaving any residue and is therefore perfect for detaching if the rug is needed elsewhere.
Velcro tape
Even more practical is Velcro tape. Apply the adhesive side to the parquet or tile as usual and attach the fluffy part to the desired spot on the rug. Now you can optimally connect the side with the tiny hooks to the fluffy adhesive side on the rug. The highlight: if you want to clean or shake out the rug, you can quickly remove the runner or mat from the Velcro tape, treat it, or place it back in its desired spot. You don't need to use new tape here, but can quickly work with the Velcro tape.
Rubber mat
Better is a small rubber mat that is placed under the rug. The rug is placed on the previously positioned mat so that the fluffy floor protector can no longer slip.
Rubber rings for preserving jars
A small household tip is rubber rings for preserving jars. Place these under the runner and the rug will not slip as easily.
Rug stop spray
Also ideal and an optimal substitute for tape and rubber mats is the “rug stop spray.” This is sprayed onto the floor and promises that slipping rugs, runners, and mats will be a thing of the past. Simply spray the spray onto the back of the rug and there will be no more slipping or tripping.
An example of Rug stop spray can be found on Amazon.
Rug also stair edges
Under the stair edges, a Paper is placed, so wear and tear does not occur as quickly. When buying a rug, you should also always take an extra half meter, so you can shift the edges more often and the stair runner has a longer lifespan.
Image by Janine, meinhaushalt.at
Also read: Carpeting gets its color back
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