Anyone used Spilltech waterproof rug pads over hardwood?

6 years ago

last modified: 6 years ago

The description of Spilltech does not mention that it is breathable - would the lack of airflow promote humidity to be trapped under the pad and cause damage to my wood floors or the water-based poly finish?

Would it cause any other problems? It says it only increases the amount of time you have to pick up a spill - perhaps if you don't get it all up, the moisture would migrate below the pad eventually?

If it works well, it seems like it would be great, so I'm hoping someone has had them under their large rugs for a few years and can share.

We had a few 99% humidity days this summer and my 9x12 wool rug absorbed enough vapor, it seemed it would pose a risk to the wood floor beneath - I was wondering if this pad would help or hurt.

I understand humidity can bring up a lot of tangents, but for now I'd love to stick to the topic of this specific rug pad and wood floors, thanks!

https://www.rugpadusa.com/collections/for-hardwood-floors/products/spilltech

Comments (3)

PRO
Cancork Floor Inc.
6 years ago
So long as it says "Safe for Use With Hardwoods" you will be fine (as in no stains on the finish). High humidity and wool = no problem. Wool is used in damp areas (think Scottish highlands, Northern England, Wales, Norway, etc) as a way to stay warm even when wet!

The wool rugs are fine the way they are. If the Spilltech prevents moisture from hitting the wood, I would say it is more likely to ruin your rugs rather than your floor. And remember: they are NOT used as 'grip'. They do not prevent the rugs from moving around. The information given is for LARGE AREA rugs (smallest being 6ft x 9ft) that are so heavy they naturally stay in place.

As a "padding" it looks to be quite nice. As a moisture barrier that offers a bit more "time" should a big spill occur - it looks fine. As an "anti-slip" rug pad this fails.

As for "safe for hardwood" you should be fine.
zellycat2
Original Author
6 years ago
Thanks! Yup, it's 9x12. I like to get verification outside of the sales pitch, especially when it comes to water vapor! Thank you!
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Sandra DiFonzo Costa
2 years ago
I'm assuming this would also be pet-proof, meaning that it would protect a dog's urine from wetting the hardwood floor beneath, which is horribly staining if left beneath the surface of a rug or pad. This would be my concern as opposed to humidity.