Layering rugs can definitely be tricky, but I've found that using a thin, non-slip rug pad underneath each layer helps keep things tidy and prevents shifting. Might be worth another shot if you ever feel adventurous again...
I totally get the struggle with layering rugs...tried it once in our new place and ended up with a mini slip-and-slide situation every time the dog ran through the room. 😂 Wish I'd known about those thin rug pads sooner, might've saved me from a few near wipeouts. Maybe I'll give it another go now that things have settled down around here—thanks for the tip!
Did you find those thin pads really helped much with shifting? I tried layering rugs in our hallway, and even with pads, the corners kept curling up—tripped over them more times than I'd like to admit. Ended up ditching the whole layered look altogether. Maybe it's just the type of rug I had...anyone else find certain materials work better than others for layering?
I've had similar issues with layering rugs—especially in high-traffic areas. A couple things I've learned from trial and error:
- Thin pads didn't do much for me either; thicker felt pads seemed to grip better.
- Flat-weave rugs (like cotton or jute) layered over a heavier base rug tend to stay put better than fluffy or shaggy ones.
- Also, rugs with heavier edges or stitched borders curl less.
Still, even with these tweaks, layering can be tricky...sometimes simpler is just easier.
I've struggled a bit with layering rugs too...it always seems like a good idea until reality hits and edges start curling or shifting around. Your point about heavier edges makes sense—never thought about the stitched borders helping keep things flat. Have you noticed if certain materials hold their shape better over time? Like, does cotton stretch out less than jute, or vice versa?
And yeah, thicker pads definitely grip better for me as well, but sometimes they make the top rug feel uneven underfoot. Have you run into that? Makes me wonder if there's some sweet spot between thickness and stability.
Anyway, totally agree—sometimes simpler is just easier. After fiddling with layered rugs for months, I finally just went back to one sturdy wool rug in the main hallway. Not as stylish maybe, but way less hassle day-to-day.
