I have more this week on vinyl floors being discolored by rubber-backed rugs. I really didn’t know how widespread the problem was when I first wrote about it, but it is indeed a problem. Lowe ...

And, of course, a good non-slip surface is essential for preventing accidents. The best bath mats offer absorbency that quickly dries feet the second you step out of the shower. The mat should ...

The non-slip design of the rug’s backing is an added bonus, maintaining a more consistent sense of scenery in your home, ... Pauwer Boho Kitchen Rugs Sets of 3 Non Slip Rubber Mats for Floor .

Most quality bathroom rugs should stay in place; a rubber backing, non-skid dots, or rubber feet can help with this. These mats should also be easy to clean, ideally in the washing machine .

Many rubber-mesh pads are also made with fillers like clay and sand, which can leave a powdery residue on the floor beneath your rugs, so it’s best to seek out pads made of 100 percent rubber.

Lifewit Shaggy Bath Mat, $20, Amazon. If you prefer a soft, shaggy bath mat, try this highly absorbent microfiber rug, which measures 20 by 32 inches and features a non-skid backing.The soft fiber ...