Rug pads are available in rubber and jute, among other materials. The best rug pads I have encountered are either ones with a real layer of rubber or ones made with recycled jute. Both types of rug pads are excellent choices depending on the purpose and the floor you have. Let’s look at the difference between rubber and jute pads and decide which is best for your rugs and floors.
First, I want to stress the fact that throughout this article, when I refer to rug pads with rubber, I mean real rubber as opposed to a rubber like texture from some sprayed on application. Next, when I refer to jute rug pads, I mean recycled jute as opposed to synthetic jute and latex or plastic.
Okay, for hardwood, marble, tile, stone and linoleum floors, both rubber and jute rug pads are safe. The only type of floors where rubber may pose a problem is with laminate and concrete floors. For this, we stick with the jute rug pad that has been proven to be completely safe on laminate and concrete floors. If your rug tends to slide, then the rug pad containing rubber is best since it adds a non slip function. Most rugs in size 6 feet by 9 feet and less usually need some sort of non slip rug pad. Here, you can choose a very nice rubber and jute combination rug pad that provides excellent support for your rug, excellent non slip features and is safe for your floors. If you have a rug of size 7 feet by 10 feet or larger, chances are the rug does not have a slipping problem. Here, you are quite fine with the jute rug pad.
Make sure that the rubber and jute combination rug pad contains a recycled jute surface along with a real layer of rubber on the botton. I have seen too many damaged rugs and floors from less expensive imitations that ended up costing considerably more in floor repairs. For the solid jute rug pad, make sure it is recycled jute, usually comprised of nylon and wool carpet fibers, as well as a solid 40 ounce density. This will avoid any shedding of the fibers and breaking down of the pad. You need the rug pad to protect your rug as well as your floor and density plays a big role in this. The recycled jute is mold and mildew resistant, nonallergenic and odor free.
Your two choices in the best rug pads in jute and rubber and your decision is mainly based on the type of floor you have and the way your rug sits on the floor. For safety, use the rubber backed jute rug pad and when slipping is not an issue, the recycled jute is the best way to go. Both quality rug pads will protect your floors, your rugs and your family. You can visit Rug Pad Corner for more on these quality rug pads.
