This rug pad provides many benefits for your rug pad. Some of the benefits are that this rug pad prevents slipping and therefore improves your overall safety by preventing falls. Rug pads alos prolong the life of your rug pad. Rug pads protect your floors from scuff and scratches. Additionally, this rug pad will not leave residu behind unlike other rug pads. This rug pad provides additional comfort for your feet as it adds and extra later of cushion. A rug pad also minimizes friction, making vacuuming easier. Lastly, a rug pad provides circulation between your rug and the floor so that bacteria does not build up under the rug.