Without doubt, one of the best things you can do for your Oriental rug is to use a quality underlayment. The importance of a quality underlayment in the overall longevity and esthetic performance of an Oriental or area rug cannot be overstated. Proper underlayment provides a safe non-skid footing for the rug.It provides cushioning against traffic related wear on face fibers and reduces weakening effects of abrasive soils that work their way into the foundation yarns. A proper cushion allows the carpet to breathe and provides a way for moisture to wick out of the carpet instead of being trapped between the rug backing and the floor. This contributes to an overall healthier environment for the rug and your home in general.

Many people want a pad under their rug but make the mistake of using padding made for wall to wall installed carpet. A proper underlayment for an Oriental or area rug is denser and with a lower profile than wall to wall pad, giving the rug the required cushion but allowing it to lie properly on top of the pad.

Dry-Concepts offers Ultimat, an underlayment specifically designed just for Oriental and area rugs. Ultimat is constructed of top quality synthetic materials impervious to heat, moisture, and soils, ideally suited for use under Oriental and area rugs. Each pad is custom cut to the exact size of the rug so the rug will lie properly on top of the pad. You can be assured that each rug, no matter how it is shaped, will fit properly on top of an Ultimat pad.