For living rooms: Ensure front legs of furniture sit on the rug. For dining rooms: The rug should extend 24 inches beyond the table on all sides.

Plywood (sanded smooth) or solid wood for durability. Avoid splinter-prone or toxic materials. Waterproof laminate tops make cleanup easy.

Brush fibers against the grain with a stiff broom, add silica sand infill, and vary blade direction during installation.