You've
paid hundreds or even thousands for that new carpeting or rug--and now the
"experts" are recommending that you spend even more to buy a pad to
put underneath it. Believe them and get a good pad. It will save you money in
the long run.
For both
carpets and rugs, a good pad not only increases the comfort but it extends the
life of your carpet or rug. It reduces wear and tear plus pile crushing by
absorbing the pressure exerted on the carpet or rug. It also allows for deeper
vacuuming because it raises the rug or carpet off of the floor. This allows the
air to flow through it more easily, making it possible to remove more dirt from
the rug or carpet
There are also other benefits associated
with rugs. Pads are a safety issue. No matter where the rug is placed (on
carpet or hardwood or etc), a pad keeps the rug in place to prevent
slips and pulls. It provides protection - Very important! A pad prevents dye
transfer, marring, staining, and scratching to the floor or carpeting beneath.
Note:
Rug pads are specific to the type of flooring underneath - if you have
carpeting under your rug, make sure you purchase a rug pad made specifically
for carpeting. The same goes for hard floorings. Don't use a pad for carpet for
a hardwood floor - they are not made the same and will not give the comfort and
protection your floor needs.
What kind of pads to
get.
The most popular type is rebond pads which
are made from scraps of high density foam. Pads come in different weights. The
Carpet Cushion Council recommends a pad of 6 pounds at a minimum. However this
is a minimum recommendation and a pad of 8 pounds will provide longer wear.
There are also pads that have a scrim on top to prevent liquids from soaking
into the pad. These pads also have anti-microbial aspects that inhibit the
breeding of bacteria and associated smells. This type of padding is very good
for homes with pets and small children.
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