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Felt Furniture Pads & Felt Floor Glides for Chair Feet

Felt pads for furniture or chairs are the best and easiest way to protect your floors from scratches. Why? Metal or plastic base glides can scratch the floor after the base has worn away. Felt glides don't! The felt pads allow your furniture or chairs to glide smoothly and quietly across many surfaces. Felt glides work best on hard, smooth surfaces. They can snag on tile floors with grout or uneven surfaces. For these types of floors, see nylon base glides.

Tap-On "Safe Glides" With Felt Pads For Wooden Furniture Legs Most popular glide for wooden furniture! Felt is strongly bonded to glide during the manufacturing process. Installs easily with the tap of a hammer.	Nail On Felt Glides for Wooden Legs Felt base glides easily nail into wooden furniture legs. Perfect protectors against scratches on your smooth, hard floors.
Square Nail On Felt Base Glide 15/16" Felt base glides easily nail into wooden furniture legs. Perfect protectors against scratches on your smooth, hard floors.	Rectangular Nail On Felt Base Glide 1-3/8" x 15/16" Felt base glides easily nail into wooden furniture legs. Perfect protectors against scratches on your smooth, hard floors.
1/4-20 Leveler with Felt Base 7/8 inch long stem, 1/4-20 thread, and a 1" diameter base. Felt bottom is strongly bonded to the plastic base. Recommended by flooring manufacturers & installers. Screws into 1/4" threaded hole in furniture leg. Can be combined with a t-nut for installation in wooden leg or spring clip for installation in hollow round or square legs. Felt may vary in color, thickness, and composition. -	Leveler Glides with Felt Base Manufactured with a peel and stick felt pad. For use on smooth, hard floors. Not recommended for use on tile or rough floors or in kitchens or cafeterias. Screws into threaded hole in furniture leg. Available in 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 threads.
Felt Pads for Leg or Glide Bottoms An easy and quick method to eliminate black floor marks and scratches, reduce moving noise, and extend the life of your floors. Simply peel off a paper covering and press the adhesive backed pad to the dry, clean leg or glide bottom.	1/2" Wide x 5" Long Felt Strips 1/2" wide by 5" long industrial strength peel and stick felt strips
Plastic Round Caps with Felt - Fit Over Round Leg Black plastic round caps with felt fit over the outside of your round furniture legs. Available for round legs with 3/4" OD, 7/8" OD, or 1" OD. Felt protects your hard, smooth floors from scratches.	Plastic Square Caps with Felt - Fit Over Square Leg Black plastic square caps with felt fit over the outside of your square furniture legs. Available for square legs with 3/4" OD or 1" OD. Felt protects your hard, smooth floors from scratches.
Universal Fit Leg Caps with Felt \| Round or Square Legs Universal fit with E-Z Stretch™ design adapts to fit round or square legs, felt protects your floors from scratches and allows your furniture to slide smoothly and quietly across floors.	Flexible Round Caps with Felt Flexible round caps with E-Z Stretch™ expandable PVC design easily slip over round chair or table legs. Industrial strength SuperFelt™ provides durable and long lasting protection for your floors. Felt base allows your furniture to slide smoothly and quietly across floors. Select from many different sizes.
Flexible Square Caps with Felt Flexible square caps with E-Z Stretch™ expandable PVC design easily slip over square chair or table legs. Industrial strength SuperFelt™ provides durable and long lasting protection for your floors. Felt base allows your furniture to slide smoothly and quietly across floors. Select from many different sizes.	Felt Base Rectangular Glide - Fits Inside Leg with 1" x 1/2" OD Fits 1" x 1/2" OD hollow tube legs. SuperFelt 1" diameter x 3/16" height. Felt base is a peel and stick pad. Replacement felt is available. Black polyethylene LLD with dark gray felt base.
Felt Base Snap Glides For Metal Or Nylon Base Glides Glide KCG014DP is 3/8" deep. Felt bottom is strongly bonded to the white colored plastic cup during the manufacturing process. Snaps over glide with an 1-1/4" diameter base.	Snap-N-Lock Felt Base Glide Cap For Metal or Nylon Base Glides No longer remove worn out or broken glides. Repair with New SNAP-N-LOC felt base caps. Fits over 95% of all school 1-1/4" or less base diameter glides.
Sled Base Glides with or without Felt Snaps around sled base legs. Felt base sled base glides protect your floor from marks or scratches. Felt is for use on smooth, hard floors. Not recommended for use on tile floors or rough floors or in kitchens or cafeterias. For these floors use plastic base sled base glides. Manufactured with peel and stick felt pads. Replacement felt is available for purchase. Select from many different sizes.	Sled Base Glide Replacement Felt Felt for FG series sled base glides. This is a peel and stick felt pad. FG2026 is 3/8" x 2" FG2028 is 1/2" x 2"
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About Felt Furniture Pads

Felt furniture pads are an excellent way to protect both your floors and furniture. For long lasting floor protection, you need felt pads that are made with both high quality and durable materials. Felt glides are soft which makes them popular for protecting all types of hard floors from scrapes and scratches including hardwood, laminate and vinyl while also moving silently.

Types of Felt Pads & Glides

There are different types of felt furniture pads and felt floor glides that can be used to protect floors and furniture from scratches and damage. The most common types of self-adhesive, nail-on, slip-on, and threaded.

Self-adhesive are one of the easiest to use/ install. They are typically pre-cut with and adhesive backing. You just stick them on. Slip-on furniture pads are also easy to install and are probably the easiest to remove. If you have oddly shaped furniture legs, they can stretch over them to provide a snug fit.

Nail-on glides are ideal for heavy furniture and high-traffic areas because they attach most securely. However, you have to be careful not to split the material when installing them. Threaded chair glides screw onto the furniture leg. You often see this type of glide in school settings or other settings where the chairs or desks are getting moved around frequently.

Choosing between these types of felt pads and glides should be pretty easy once you take into consideration the weight of your furniture, type of flooring, and the shape / size of your furniture legs.Your specific needs should dictate the type of glide that's going to work best for your furniture and flooring. If you don't know which type of felt glide you need, give us a call today at 1-866-255-8645! We'll help you figure out the right size.

Advantages Of Using Felt Pads & Felt Glides

Felt glides are a popular choice for homeowners and businesses looking to protect their floors and furniture. There are several advantages of using them.

They protect floors from scratches and damage. Glides provide a soft cushion between the furniture legs and flooring, which can prevent scratches and damage from occurring. This is very important for hardwood floors (or similar like vinyl or laminate), which are easily scratched and damaged.
Felt pads reduce noise. They help reduce noise caused by furniture moving across the floor. This is especially useful in areas where chairs are moved often like classrooms or conference rooms. It's also great for places where noise levels need to be kept to a minimum like libraries or health care centers.
It's easier to move furniture.When you have heavy pieces to move like entertainment centers, buffets, hutches, wardrobes, etc felt glides make moving very easy. They reduce friction between furniture legs and flooring, which makes it easier to slide furniture across the floor without causing damage. Dragging these types of furniture without pads can easily leave scratches or gouges.
Glides extend the life of furniture. You can extend the life of furniture by protecting it from wear and tear caused by movement across floors. Without protection, the extra friction from moving things frequently can weaken the integrity of your furniture.
Most felt pad and glides are easy to install.Installation varies as they can be attached to furniture legs with adhesive, nails, or screws. However, all of these methods are fairly simple and quick. Some pads can also be cut to size, making them suitable for use on a wide range of furniture pieces.

How to Install and Maintain Felt Glides

Protect your floors and furniture from scratches and noise with felt furniture pads and glides! Here are some tips for proper installation and long-lasting use. First start by cleaning furniture legs and selecting the right size/shape pads for a snug fit. Before installing the pads or glides, clean the furniture legs thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris, this will help the glides to adhere. Test fit the glides before installing.

Installation Tips

Self-adhesive: Make sure the furniture leg is clean and dry before applying the pad. Avoid touching the adhesive side.
Nail-on: Gently hammer the nail into the furniture leg. Avoid hitting the nail too hard so the pad doesn't split.
Slip-on: Slide the pad snugly onto the furniture leg. Use a small amount of adhesive for extra security if necessary.
Threaded: Screw the glide into the furniture leg. Tighten with a wrench if necessary.

Maintenance Tips

Maintaining felt furniture pads and felt floor glides is important to ensure that they continue to function properly and provide long-lasting protection to your floors and furniture. Here are some maintenance tips to follow:

Regularly check for secure attachment and replace loose or damaged pads/glides
Clean pads/glides with a soft cloth or brush to remove dirt and debris
Lubricate glides periodically with a small amount of silicone spray or wax (check manufacturer's instructions).
Avoid harsh cleaners and abrasive materials. Use mild cleaners and soft cloths/brushes.
Replace worn or damaged pads/glides promptly to prevent further damage.

By following these simple tips, you can prolong the lifespan of your felt furniture pads and glides so they continue to protect your floors for years to come! Browse our wide selection of felt furniture pads and glides to find the perfect fit for your furniture!

Felt Pads & Glides FAQ

Q: Can I use felt pads or glides on any type of flooring?

A: Felt pads and glides are generally safe for use on hardwood, tile, and other hard flooring surfaces. However, they may not be suitable for use on certain types of carpet, such as shag or deep-pile carpets.

Q: How often do I need to replace felt pads or glides?

A: The lifespan of felt pads and glides depends on the frequency of use and the weight of the furniture.

Q: Do felt pads or glides work on all types of furniture?

A: Felt pads and glides can be used on a wide range of furniture types, including chairs, tables, cabinets, and more. However, they may not be suitable for furniture with legs that are angled or curved.

Q: Can felt pads or glides be reused if I move furniture to a new location?

A: Yes, felt pads and glides can be reused if they are still in good condition. However, they may need to be replaced if they become damaged or worn.

Q: How do I know which type of felt pad or glide to use for my furniture?

A: When choosing felt pads or glides, consider the weight of your furniture, the type of flooring, and the shape and size of your furniture legs. Self-adhesive felt pads are a good choice for lightweight furniture, while nail-on felt pads or threaded felt glides may be more appropriate for heavy furniture. Slip-on felt pads are a good choice for furniture with irregularly shaped legs.