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.
Pvc backed area rugs.
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.
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.
Look for rugs that are non staining or labeled as colorfast or safe for use with hardwoods.
Use non staining vinyl backed mats or colorfast woven rugs identified as such on the tag by the manufacturer.
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The rubber backing on area rugs can disintegrate over time leaving a nasty residue on the floors beneath.
Avoid rubber and latex mats if possible.
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A lot of cheaper rug pad alternatives are made using a type of plastic called pvc.
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