Foundation rug pad
Foundation is the Rug Pad Wizard ultra thin felt pad with a rubber backing, 1/16 inch at 10 ounces per square yard. It gives a good hold on ceramic, marble, terra cotta and hard floors, is washable, and does not provide cushioning. Dealers buy it in 6 and 12 foot by 100 foot rolls with a 20 year warranty.
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Foundation at a glance
- ConstructionUltra thin felt with rubber backing (high concentration of pure latex)
- Weight10 oz/sq yd
- Warranty20 year warranty
- Best forFor use over all hard surface floors including ceramic, marble and terra cotta tile. Does not provide cushioning.
What does Foundation give a rug and the floor under it?
Every Rug Pad Wizard Foundation roll carries these features and the Rug Pad Wizard warranty behind them.
- Ultra thin felt layer with high quality rubber with a high concentration of pure latex
- Washable, with a good hold
- 100 percent synthetic fiber construction
- For use over all hard surface floors including ceramic, marble and terra cotta tile
- Great product to glue or sew to carpet material to create custom rugs
- Does not provide cushioning
- 1/16 inch thick at 10 oz per sq yd
- Will not stain, discolor or mar your floor
- 20 year warranty against degradation of the fiber or backing
What roll sizes does Foundation come in?
Rug Pad Wizard sells Foundation 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 100' | RWfou12100 | 1200 | 133.3 | |
| 6' x 100' | RWfou6100 | 600 | 66.67 |
Who stands behind Foundation?
Rug Pad Wizard is based in Calhoun, Georgia. 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. Wholesale pricing for every roll is in the NowCommerce dealer portal.
Questions dealers ask about Foundation
Where does Foundation work best?
Foundation works best on hard surface floors, including ceramic, marble and terra cotta tile, where the job is holding the rug with a thin pad. It does not provide cushioning, so for cushion look at Secure Grip at 40 oz or Xtra Grip at 50 oz.
How thick is Foundation?
Foundation is 1/16 inch thick and weighs 10 ounces per square yard, according to its brochure. It is an ultra thin felt layer on a rubber backing and does not provide cushioning.
Does Foundation contain latex?
Yes. The Foundation brochure describes high quality rubber with a high concentration of pure latex. For a customer with a latex allergy, the Eco felt pads have no latex or rubber.
Will Foundation stain or discolor my floors?
No, Foundation will not stain, discolor or mar your floor, according to the Rug Pad Wizard warranty page.
See:warranty page
Can Foundation be washed?
Yes, the Foundation brochure lists it as washable, with a good hold.
Can Foundation be used to make a custom rug?
Yes. The Foundation brochure calls it a great product to glue or sew to carpet material to create custom rugs.
What warranty does Foundation carry?
Foundation carries a 20 year warranty against degradation of the fiber or backing, for the original purchaser. The pet resistant backing is not warrantied against punctures or holes.
Does Foundation have the Pet Urine Barrier?
No, Foundation does not have the Pet Urine Barrier, which is built into the Eco felt pads. Foundation is a thin pad that holds the rug in place.
How do dealers order Foundation?
Approved Rug Pad Wizard dealers order Foundation in full rolls by item number in the NowCommerce portal, or send a Cut Pad Order for standard rug sizes. Not a dealer yet? Apply on the Become a Dealer page.
