How To Flatten Rolled Rug

Depending on which way the rug was rolled the corners may curl upward or downward once the rug is smoothed out on the floor.

How to flatten rolled rug.

Remove creases from a small rug. When you let it dry on its own the rug should flatten out. Follow this diy guide to choose the ideal flattening method for your particular area rug. To flatten your rug use heavy plants books upturned furniture or mattresses to push back on the fibers.

Put the rug between the mattresses on your bed on top of the box spring. Also check to make sure that the rug you purchased is waterproof and can handle this trick. If they curl upward push the corners under so the tips are on the. Make sure you don t soak the rug completely.

If you reverse roll your rug listen for cracking that could indicate weakness. Reverse roll the rug so the bent fibers are forced to lay in the opposite direction. Rolling your rug in the opposite direction sometimes helps get rid of curls and allows the rug to lay flat. Leave the rug rolled up for about an hour and unroll it to see if the rug will lay flat.

Flatten the rug by applying weight evenly and firmly. Tightly roll up the rug and secure it with a piece of twine. Get a wet sponge or a wet towel and moisten the edges of the rug once you have it unrolled and in place. Use heat or moisture to relax the fibers.

This will normally flatten the rug in about a week but only works if the rug is smaller than your mattress. Place your area rug on the floor upside down.