how much smaller than a rug should the rug pad be
The rug pad should be about two inches less than your rug size on all four sides. So if the size of your rug size is 8âx10â, then the rug pad size should be 7â10âx9â10â, a total of two inches less in each dimension, which is the same as one inch less on all four sides. 1  Reduces the wear and tear on the rug. 2  Helps to absorb the impact of feet and noise. 3  Makes vacuuming the rug easier.