Buying Guide
Rug Backing
Tips to Expand the Life of Your Rug
Hard Latex Backing
Hard latex backing allows for easy 
cleaning and is constructed with 
a combinaon of olen and latex. 
Because this backing type has a 
hard, coarse texture, a rug pad is 
recommended to protect the ooring 
underneath the rug.
Non-Skid Latex Backing
This is a natural rubber latex  
derivave. This nonslip backing is 
crucial for providing both safety and 
durability, keeping your rug in place. 
Remove Creases 
Wrinkles are common in area rugs and are not considered defects. Allow me for new rugs to lay 
at before placing them in their designated room so that creases will naturally release. Reverse  
rolling your area rug is the fastest and easiest way to remove wrinkles.
Buy a Rug Pad 
Rug pads are designed to protect the ooring underneath your rugs and help keep rugs in place. In 
addion, they also help absorb some of the pressure that is placed on your rug’s bers when you 
walk. Rug pads can easily be trimmed to size, adding a luxurious layer of comfort underfoot. 
Rotate Your Rug
Rotang your rugs can help with daily wear-and-tear from foot trac, but also help to balance out 
any natural fading that may occur with light coming through your windows.
Vacuum Regularly
Make sure to remove the beater bar or disengage the brush roll funcon to prevent snags and pulls 
on your area rugs with a higher pile height, such as shag styles.
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