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Door mat slipping on carpet

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OldFrill Wed 16-Sept-26 13:40:03

Online there are dozens of potential solutions, but for each solution there are dozens saying it doesn't work.

I've a medium pile synthetic carpet in my hall and I need a doormat on top of it at the door. Currently the carpet sweeps it to one side like it's sneering at me, gradually pushing it up the skirting board.

Before l cut a piece out of the carpet and glue the doormat to the hard flooring, does anyone have a tried and tested solution?

I've tried a runner too - that takes off like Eddie Eagle.

Thank you.

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Llamedos13 Wed 16-Sept-26 14:08:24

How about a mat with a heavy duty rubber backing?

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Farmor15 Wed 16-Sept-26 14:13:26

There's a product called Nano gel tape which I've found useful for sticking down rugs. It says it's easy to remove, but I haven't tried. I got it in one of those garden centre/lifestyle shops where there was a video screen with demo.

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PamelaJ1 Wed 16-Sept-26 14:23:34

If anyone finds a solution please let us all know. My rug by the front door is so annoying. I’ve put all sorts of non slip things underneath it but nothing works.

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OldFrill Wed 16-Sept-26 15:53:22

Thanks everyone

The mat is quite heavy duty, it slips as much as the very thin runner (which l don't need).

I did read silicone sealant dabbed onto the back of the doormat might help (let it dry obviously). I might try that as we have some.

If that fails I'll try the tape.

I'll report back but it might be a while!

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Witzend Wed 16-Sept-26 15:56:33

I’ve got a Turtle Mat just inside the front door - it’s machine washable and doesn’t slip on the carpet.

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