Eliminate this eyesore and tripping hazard with these easy tips.
To increase the hope of smooth corners, start with the flattest rug possible.
This allows the backing to relax, but you shouldn’t walk it on it while it’s resting.
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The warmth of the sun and the humidity will help the backing fibers relax and decrease creases.
Tuck it in under the rug and let it stay for 24 hours.
Don’t crease the fold or you’ll create another problem.
Adding moisture helps the rug fibers relax and the weight flattens them out.
Place the ice cubes on the rug and let them melt.
Cover with some additional plastic and place the heavy object on top of the corner.
Let it stay for at least 48 hours (or 72 hours if you’re free to).
Add something heavy to weigh down the corner and let it dry for 24 hours.
Don’t forget to protect your flooring, if needed.
Iron the Rug
The heat and moisture from a steam iron can smooth out a curled-up corner.
However, you must use caution because some rug fibers will melt under high heat.
Always use a dampened piece of cotton fabric or a cotton towel between your iron and the rug.
Set the iron to steam and high temperature.
Place the towel over the corner and press down with the iron.
Hold the iron in place for about 15 seconds and repeat until the corner lies flat.
For the best results, use something heavy to keep the corner weighed down while the rug dries.
Another option is to use velcro rug anchors.
These work well for washable rugs that need to be removed and replaced often.
We only recommend this if the rug is a tripping hazard in a high-traffic area or on stairs.
