Tired of Your Rug Sliding Around? Here's How to Secure It Under Your Bed

Having a nice rug is a great way to add some style and warmth to your bedroom. But it can be frustrating when that rug keeps sliding out of place, wrinkling up, or slipping under your bed.

Proper placement is key for keeping bedroom rugs secured and preventing slips and falls. In this post, we'll walk through the techniques for getting your rug to stay put underneath your bed.

Choose the Right Size Rug for Your Bed

The first step is making sure you get a rug that will fit nicely under the entire span of your bed. Measure the length and width of your mattress in feet to determine the size bed you have.

Standard Bed Dimensions

Here are the typical dimensions for common bed sizes:

• Twin: 39" x 75"
• Full: 54" x 75"
• Queen: 60" x 80"
• King: 76" x 80"

Minimum Rug Size for Each Bed

For proper placement under the bed, your rug should be:

• Twin bed: 5' x 8' rug
• Full bed: 6' x 8' rug
• Queen bed: 8' x 10' rug
• King bed: 8' x 12' rug

Leave Room for Walking Space

Be sure to add extra width and length beyond the measurements above to allow walking space around the edges of the rug.

Shop With Your Measurements

Bring your room and bed measurements when shopping for a rug to find the right fit.

Prepare the Floor Surface Under the Bed

Before placing your rug, prep the floor area under the bed to prevent slipping:

Vacuum Thoroughly

Use your vacuum attachment to remove all dirt, debris, and dust bunnies that could cause bumps or unevenness under your rug.

Use a Rug Pad or Anti-Slip Tape

Adding a grippy rug pad or double-sided anti-slip tape provides extra traction between the rug and smooth flooring.

Considerations for Carpeted Floors

On carpet, check for uneven areas and use rug grippers to keep the edges anchored in place.

Placing Rugs Under On-Ground Beds

If your bed frame sits directly on the floor with no legs, follow these steps:

Take Apart the Bed Frame

Remove the mattress and fully disassemble the bed frame to access the entire floor space under the bed.

Position the Rug Starting From the Wall Side

Lay the rug down beginning from the back wall and unrolling it toward the front of the bed. This creates a tidy alignment against the wall edge.

Leave a Gap Between the Rug and Nightstands

Keep a gap of around 2 inches (5 cm) between the rug perimeter and any bedside tables or furniture legs. This prevents friction against the legs when shifting the bed or furnishings.

Align the Rug Edges With the Nightstands

Place the rug so the outer edges are in line with the outer legs of the nightstands on either side. This nicely "tucks in" the rug under the bed's footprint.

Placing Rugs Under Beds With Legs

For elevated beds with legs, use this method:

Roll Up the Rug to the Headboard

Start by rolling up the rug from the opposite end tight to the headboard. Leave the rolled portion accessible.

Lift the Headboard Side and Slide the Rug Underneath

Pick up the headboard side of the bed a few inches and slide the open edge of the rug underneath the legs.

Roll the Rug Towards the Foot of the Bed

Gently unroll the rug away from you, positioning it under the bed as you go. Stop when you reach the legs at the foot of the bed.

Lift the Legs, Smooth the Rug Flat

Raise the legs at the foot of the bed and finish unrolling the rug completely. Smooth any wrinkles for a flat placement.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Steer clear of these issues that can lead to rug slippage:

Using Too Small of a Rug

A rug that's too little will leave exposed floor space around the edges, allowing the rug to shift.

Skipping the Rug Pad

Without a non-slip pad, rugs easily slide around on smooth hardwood, laminate, or tile.

Improper Alignment Under the Bed

If the rug edges don't follow the bed frame perimeter, wrinkling and unevenness can occur.

Not Smoothing Out Bunching

Take care to flatten any areas where the rug bunches during placement. Otherwise, lumps under the bed can lead to slipping.

With the right prep and placement tricks, you can keep your rug neatly and safely secured under your bed. No more shuffling around or tripping hazards!

Having it properly anchored also prevents damage to the rug and flooring in high-traffic areas. Take measurements beforehand and follow our step-by-step installation guides for a polished look.

We hope these tips help you finally conquer the rug-sliding problem and style your bedroom floor beautifully. Let us know if you have any other tricks for keeping rugs in place under beds and furniture!