How to Make a Rug Gripper

Rugs are a great way to add character to a room, protect the floor and stop coffee tables from sliding on laminates. The problem is that unless a heavy weight is placed onto the rug it will slip and slide across the floor. There are a number of systems available for purchase that will keep your rug in place, such as anti-slip rug mats and spray on adhesives, but it is possible to make one cheaply at home.

Things You'll Need

• Double sided sticky tape
• Scissors

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Turn the rug upside down so the sticky tape can be applied.

   • 2

     Attach strips of double sided sticky tape about an inch from the edges, but do not take off the paper backing. For circular rugs, make a cross of sticky tape across the middle.

   • 3

     Remove the paper backing from the tape and place the rug where required.

   • 4

     Replace the sticky tape when the rug starts to slip again. The tape will naturally loose its adhesive qualities after a while.