What Are the Different Types of Rug Backing?
The type of material that is adhered to the back of a rug is referred to as rug backing. The material that is chosen to back a rug is important for a number of reasons. Rugs need to breathe in order to help air, gas, and moisture move through the rug. Without the proper type of rug backing, a rug may succumb to mildew, mold, extreme wear, and some types of rug backing may even ruin floors. The most common types of rug backing are heat-set, woven, felt, and latex.
