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How to Install Furniture Pads and Glides

Brian Gregory

By Brian Gregory
Updated February 28, 2023

Felt furniture glides fit conveniently on the legs of your furniture to help protect your floors from scratches. Learn how to install furniture pads to protect both your floors and your furniture.

Skill

Beginner

Time

Few Hours

A woman putting glides on furniture legs.

Tools and Materials

Note

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Know Before You Shop for Furniture Hardware

  • Match the pad or glide to the floor. Metal or plastic glides work well on carpeting, while felt and some plastic pads work best on hard surfaces.
  • Measure the size of the smallest chair or table leg end; then buy pads and glides of the same or the next smallest size.

How to Use Furniture Glides

Protect your furniture and your floors with these furniture glides, which you can install in these simple steps.

What Do Furniture Glides Do?

Hardwood floor furniture sliders or glides protect hard-surface flooring, including hardwood, tile and laminate, from scratches. These glides are made of felt, rubber or plastic and offer reliable protection against scrapes and scratches.

What Can I Put on the Bottom of Furniture So It Doesn't Slide?

Rubber pads or felt pads are an easy solution to stop furniture from sliding. They provide extra grip that means your furniture won't slide when you sit down or stand up.

What Can I Put on the Bottom of Furniture So It Doesn't Scratch My Flooring?

Position felt furniture pads on the bottom of your furniture to protect your flooring. These pads are gentle on all surfaces and can protect any type of hard-surface flooring.

What Can I Use to Move Furniture More Easily?

Sliders or furniture carpet slides make it easy to move furniture without lifting it. These felt, fabric or plastic pads slide under your chair's legs and allow you to push it across the floor, whether you have hardwood, tile or carpet.

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