Eco Preferred rug pad
Eco Preferred is the midweight Rug Pad Wizard felt pad, 31 ounces per square yard with a diamond backing and the Pet Urine Barrier. It is the everyday choice for thick or plush rugs where a comfortable underfoot feel matters. Washable, Green Label Plus certified, no latex, and warranted for the life of the rug.
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Eco Preferred at a glance
- ConstructionFelt with diamond backing
- Weight31 oz/sq yd
- WarrantyLife of the Rug warranty
- Best forPlush, less dense diamond backed pad for a comfortable underfoot feel. For thick or plush rugs where padding is desired.
What does Eco Preferred give a rug and the floor under it?
Every Rug Pad Wizard Eco Preferred roll carries these features and the Rug Pad Wizard warranty behind them.
- Pet Urine Barrier: the only rug pad with a moisture barrier designed to keep pet urine from ruining hardwood and other floors
- Green Label Plus Certified by the Carpet and Rug Institute as an environmentally safe product
- The only "Go Green" felt pad on the market
- Washable
- No latex or rubber in Eco products
- Sustainable: 100 percent recycled, 100 percent recyclable
- No odors or off-gassing
- Non-toxic and non-allergenic
- Will not stain, discolor or mar flooring
- Radiant heat: excellent heat pass through and no degrading
- New Closed Cell Technology (CCT) keeps most spills and pet urine from soaking through to the floor
What roll sizes does Eco Preferred come in?
Rug Pad Wizard sells Eco Preferred by the roll in these sizes. Order by item number in the NowCommerce dealer portal.
| Size | Item number | Square feet | Square yards | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12' x 60' | RWepr1260 | 720 | 80 | 154 lbs |
| 6' x 60' | RWepr660 | 360 | 40 | 76 lbs |
| 4' and 8' x 60' | RWepr4860 | 720 | 80 |
Who stands behind Eco Preferred?
Rug Pad Wizard is based in Calhoun, Georgia and makes Eco Preferred in the USA. It is a member of the Association of Rug Care Specialists, the international organization of rug cleaners, and a national member of the American Society of Interior Designers. The Eco felt line is Green Label Plus certified by the Carpet and Rug Institute, and Eco Preferred is part of that line. Wholesale pricing for every roll is in the NowCommerce dealer portal.
Questions dealers ask about Eco Preferred
What is the diamond backing on Eco Preferred for?
The diamond backing gives Eco Preferred a plush, less dense, comfortable feel underfoot. It is made for thick or plush rugs where padding is desired.
What is the Pet Urine Barrier in Eco Preferred?
The Pet Urine Barrier in Eco Preferred is a closed cell moisture barrier that keeps most spills and pet urine from soaking through to the floor. It is built into every Eco pad and is designed to keep pet urine from ruining hardwood and other floors.
Can Eco Preferred be washed?
Yes, Eco Preferred rug pad is washable. Like every Eco pad, it contains no latex rubber, so there are no odors, off-gassing or allergy concerns to work around.
Is Eco Preferred safe on hardwood and radiant heat floors?
Yes, Eco Preferred will not stain, discolor or mar hardwood or other flooring. It also allows excellent heat pass through with no degrading over radiant heat.
What warranty does Eco Preferred carry?
Eco Preferred carries the Life of the Rug warranty against degradation of the fiber or backing, for the original purchaser. The pet resistant backing is not warrantied against punctures or holes. Register and file claims on our warranty page.
How do dealers order Eco Preferred?
Approved Rug Pad Wizard dealers order Eco Preferred in full rolls by item number in the NowCommerce portal. Cut pad orders for standard rug sizes go through the Cut Pad Orders form. Not a dealer yet? Apply on the Become a Dealer page.
Is Eco Preferred Green Label Plus certified?
Yes, Eco Preferred is Green Label Plus certified by the Carpet and Rug Institute as an environmentally safe product. The Eco line is the only felt pad on the market that carries the Go Green label.
What is Eco Preferred made of?
Eco Preferred is made of 100 percent recycled felt that is 100 percent recyclable, with a closed cell moisture barrier. It has no latex, no rubber, no clay binder, no odor and no off-gassing, and it is non-toxic and non-allergenic.


