Many homeowners have experienced this staining issue with rug pads so many rugs and pads now state specifically whether they are safe for use on vinyl floors.
Pvc backed area rugs.
Regarding rugs it is best to use non staining vinyl backed mats or any rug that is labeled as colorfast area rugs that say safe for use with hardwoods should be just fine.
Look for rugs that are non staining or labeled as colorfast or safe for use with hardwoods.
Avoid rubber and latex mats if possible.
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Use non staining vinyl backed mats or colorfast woven rugs identified as such on the tag by the manufacturer.
You can avoid this issue by purchasing backless rugs and holding them in place with materials other than rubber including grip tape and memory foam.
Rug pads that contain pvc have a number of issues typically they are made with glues and adhesives that stick to floors and negatively affect the.
Vinyl flooring in particular is susceptible to yellowing when exposed to rubber rug backings.
Heat from sunlight or by the friction of foot traffic on rubber backed rug pads causes this chemical reaction.
The rubber backing on area rugs can disintegrate over time leaving a nasty residue on the floors beneath.
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