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How to Lay Your Rug Underlay

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  1. Super Grip – For Smooth Floors
  2. Foxi “Super Plus” – Fitted Carpet
  3. Foxi “Super Plus” – Uneven Hard Floors
  4. How to Lay It
  5. Large Rug? No Problem.
  6. Easy Way to Position a Large Rug
  7. Need Help?

SMOOTH FLOOR → SUPER GRIP → EITHER SIDE DOWN

FITTED CARPET → FOXI “SUPER PLUS” → WHITE SIDE DOWN

UNEVEN FLOOR → FOXI “SUPER PLUS” → PRINTED SIDE DOWN

Super Grip – For Smooth Floors

Ideal for wood, laminate, vinyl and smooth tiled floors. Both sides are the same, so either side can face the floor.

Foxi “Super Plus” – Fitted Carpet

WHITE SIDE = CARPET. PRINTED SIDE = BACK OF RUG. Lay the white side facing down onto the fitted carpet.

Foxi “Super Plus” – Uneven Hard Floors

PRINTED SIDE = FLOOR. WHITE SIDE = BACK OF RUG. On uneven hard floors such as quarry tiles, Foxi is laid the opposite way around.

How to Lay It

  1. Position the Underlay

    Lay the underlay flat approximately where you want the rug. It should sit slightly inside the rug edges.

  2. Place Your Rug on Top

    Position the rug carefully over the underlay, checking the correct orientation above.

  3. Check the Edges

    The underlay should not protrude beyond the rug. Trim with scissors if necessary.

Large Rug? No Problem.

Underlay for larger rugs may be supplied in more than one piece. Simply position the pieces next to each other underneath the rug. They do not need to be joined.

Easy Way to Position a Large Rug

  • Position the underlay first.
  • Roll the rug up.
  • Place one end of the rolled rug in the correct position.
  • Carefully unroll the rug across the underlay.
  • Make final adjustments.

Need Help?

Send us a photo or give us a call – we’re happy to help.

Underlay FAQs

What size underlay do I need?

Choose underlay slightly smaller than your rug so it stays hidden beneath the edges. Check the available standard sizes or request a custom size where offered. Read the laying guide.

Which underlay should I choose?

Choose Super Grip for smooth hard floors, or Foxi “Super Plus” for fitted carpet and uneven floors. The right underlay helps keep your rug in place. Shop rug underlay.

Can I use underlay with underfloor heating?

Check the suitability of both the rug and underlay for your heating system and flooring. Follow the manufacturers’ temperature and tog limits. Contact us about your chosen rug before ordering if you are unsure.

Can I return my underlay?

Standard underlay follows our online returns policy; use, cutting or damage may affect your refund. Underlay cut to your measurements cannot normally be returned if you change your mind. Your rights for faulty, damaged or misdescribed goods still apply. See the returns policy.