Archive for June, 2010

Secure your Family with a Rug Pad: Stop Mold Growth

Monday, June 21st, 2010

Mold and mildew can have a negative impact on anyone’s family life. Most mold and mildew goes unseen and therefore can cause a lot issues such as an allergic reaction to the mold spores. If the mold is undetected you and your family may experience constant agitation such as a runny nose, irritated eyes and constant sneezing. One place many people don’t think to look for mold and mildew growth is under their area rugs.

Area rugs make the perfect place for mold growth because they under the rug it’s dark and can trap moister. Especially for people who live in warmer, more humid climates, mold can easily grow under area rugs. One of the best defenses against mold and mildew growth is to use a rug pad.

Unlike the carpet itself, rug pads are made from synthetic materials that are moister resistant and mold resistant. They create a protective barrier between the floor and the rug so it doesn’t have the opportunity to maintain moister.

The features of the premium lock rug pad include: protection of your rug and floors, extended rug life, makes vacuuming easier, they’re washable for easy cleaning, easy to cut and fit to any size and is resist to curling.

Without a rug pad, you run the risk of a severe mold outbreak, which is not only detrimental to the health of your family, but it could ruin your rug. Rug pads are affordable and are easy to install, making them a wise investment to protect your valuable rugs and family. Besides, rug pads will help maintain the rug, helping it last longer with a greater resistance to foot traffic.

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Secure your Family with a Rug Pad Anti-Slip

Monday, June 21st, 2010

Protecting your family is probably one of the foremost things on your mind. Everyone wants to provide a safe and secure home for their family, yet many people never think about securing their area rugs. If you have area rugs in your home that are on hard flooring such as hard wood, tile or laminate, without a rug pad, there’s an accident waiting to happen.

Most area rugs come with an anti-slip backing, yet over time the backing begins to wear, becoming ineffective. If the area rug you have in your home was a cheaper version of an area rug, the backing may end up being more slippery on your hardwood floor than the rug itself. The single, most effective way to ensure the safety of your family around your area rugs is to use a rug pad.

A premium lock rug pad will prevent your area rug from slipping. Especially if you have young children or older people living in the home, a rug pad is essential. It doesn’t take much for a person to slip on an area rug without a rug pad.

A rug pad can provide you with more than just the security of slipping. Here are the other benefits of using a rug pad:

  • Protects your Rugs while Protecting your Floors
  • Extends Rug Life, Durable
  • Excellent Ventilation for Vacuuming
  • Makes Vacuuming Easier
  • Washable in Warm Water and Soap
  • Easy to Cut with Scissors to Fit Any Size Rug
  • Reversible, Resist Curling

Don’t hesitate to place a rug pad under each area rug in your house. It could be one of the safest things you can do to prevent a fall. Save yourself a trip to the ER and extra bills and use rug pads. They come in various shapes and sizes, making it easy to install.

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Rug Pads for Comfort

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

Everyone loves to walk on a soft and cushiony floor. It feels good to bear feet and to people wearing shoes. Not every area rug is comfortable to touch because many are made thin or with tough materials that lend themselves to more durability than comfort. One of the easiest ways to take your area rug up to the next level is by using rug pads.

Rug pads are the shape and size of your area rug and fit directly under your rug. A rug pad can be purchased for multiple reasons such as protecting your floor, extending the life of your area rug or for adding comfort. If you want to add some plush to your area rug, buy a rug pad that is thicker and very full. This will add height and comfort to your rugs.

Placing area rugs in rooms that encourage comfort is another good idea. For example, place a comfortable rug such as a shag rug in your living with a very plush floor mat underneath it for maximum comfort. Other rooms that may make good use from a rug pad are your bedroom or family room. Formal dinning or formal living rooms may not be the best place for a comfy rug pad and area rug.

You can find great deals on quality rug pads online that add that extra special touch you’ve been looking for. Don’t waste your money or lack comfort in your area rugs; simply buy a quality rug pad today.

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Extending the Life of Your Rugs

Wednesday, June 2nd, 2010

After making an investment in an area rug, the last thing you want to do is ruin the rug in a few years. It can take months of searching, looking and finding the money to purchase the rug of your dreams, why not take care of it like an investment? Quality area rugs are intended to last a lifetime and should be able to withstand heavy foot traffic, but many wear out way before their time because they are not taken care of properly.

One of the best investments you can make to take care of your area rug is to purchase a floor mat. Rug pads are a protective barrier that absorbs the shock of people walking on your rug. The pad protects your area rug and the floor it is resting on. If your area rug is placed on hard wood or laminate flooring, the backing on the area rug can rub up against the floor and destroy the finish you worked so hard to protect.

Just like area rugs, rug pads come in a variety of price ranges and quality. It’s best to buy a rug pad that is moderately priced and good quality. Stay away from rug pads at big box stores because the quality may not help extend the life your rug very much. Don’t make the foolish mistake of spending money on an outstanding rug to place on the floor and get trampled on without protection.

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