Latch Hook Rugs can be used as wall hangings or floor coverings. If you are planning to use your latch hook as a floor covering, it’s important to keep it from slipping across the floor when you step on it...

There are several different options for keeping rugs in place: Non-Slip Rug Pads or Strips and Non-Skid Coating. Other options for keeping rugs from slipping include Double-Sided Carpet Tape, Velcro and Non-Slip Sprays. Keep in mind that some options may damage or be hard to remove from your flooring. If you aren’t sure, test in an inconspicuous area before using.

Before making a decision on how to keep your rug from slipping, there are a few things to take into consideration:
The size of the rug
Will the rug be placed on carpeting, tile, hardwood or cement?
How will you clean the rug, hand wash or dry clean?
How often and how will you clean the floor the rug is laying on?
Reading the manufacture’s labels and instructions will help you decide on the best option

Non-Slip Rug Pads:
Rug Pads can be purchased to fit the size of your rug, or can be purchased larger than your rug and easily cut just slightly smaller than your rug, so they don’t show.

Non-Slip Rug Strips:
Strips generally come in a roll, similar to tape. The strips have a sticky feeling and are separated on the roll with a liner. To use strips, rugs and floors should be clean and dry. Unroll the strip, and press firmly to the backside of your rug and cut. Most rugs will stay in place if you place one strip along each side of the rug and than place one strip approximately every 18” down the middle. Remove the liner from the strips and lay your rug on the floor. Test the rug to see if it stays in place, if it is still slipping, add more strips. Non-slip rug strips are removable.

Non-Skid Coating:
Non-Skid Coating is applied to the backside of rugs with a paintbrush. Rugs should be clean and two coats will probably be needed. Rug Coatings claim to help rugs keep their shape and prevent fraying and unraveling. Rug Backing by SAF-T-BAK is machine washable, but does not recommend dry cleaning. If you are not sure if rug coating is the best option, read the manufacturer's instructions and test a small area before applying to the entire rug.