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Using the wrong type of Rug Runner is the main reason for problems with rug runners in Home Decor use.
Most rug runners that are sold by the foot were actually designed for stairways. They are usually a flat-weave construction and were designed to be tacked or stapled in place. Many people try to use these type of rug runners on the main wear areas in foyers and hallways. This seems like a good idea, especially if you have a good wall-to-wall carpet that you are trying to protect, or an ugly floor you are trying to cover.
The problems that arise from using a flat-weave over carpet are due to the fact that they were not designed for this purpose. They do not have enough weight, and do not have a sturdy backing, therefore they are not able to lay flat (especially on top of carpet). When you choose a runner, and you desire it to take most of the abuse from foot traffic in your home, you need to choose a runner that is NOT a flat-weave. A standard cut-pile area rug runner is the best choice for this type of application. Choose a runner that has a standard heat-set backing, and most importantly, choose a runner that has substance. When I say substance I mean that the rug runner should have enough weight to allow gravity to keep it in it's intended position. A twelve to fourteen mm. height has density that is usually enough for such a purpose. A better quality rug runner will not wrinkle or curl the way that a flat-weave does, however, most rugs or runners will tend to crawl (or travel) in the direction of the carpet nap. If your rug runner has substance and proper backing, it will not move around much. A few inches per week under normal traffic (not nearly as much as a flat-weave runner).
Edge Curling can also occur as a result of improper vacuuming. See our web site for tips on preventing edge curl. For best results, do not use the beater bar on the edges of any rug whether surged or bound. Using a vacuum with a beater bar is the number one cause of most rug edge curling.
It is my opinion that Wool is the best kind of fiber for a rug or runner for indoor use and there are a multitude of color and pattern choices that will fit your home decor. They offer much better performance than a synthetic fiber flat-weave rug runner. Shopping for a good quality rug runner on the Internet will usually afford you the best quality rug runner for your money by cutting out the high mark-up of most retail stores. I have selected some of the better deals I have found online on my web site and have added some runners to my selections.
Article by Charles Beason,
www.RugRunnerBiz.com --- Fine Area Rugs and Home Decor Items.
This article is copyright (C) Charles Beason. It may be reprinted in its entirety as long as the by-line and hyperlink remains intact.
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