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A pair of scissors and a roll of duct tape sitting on a wooden chair.
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How to Use Duct Tape to Protect Floors From Chair Scratches

Protect your floors with duct tape floor protection. Simple tips to reduce scratches and noise while moving furniture.
Prep Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • Duct tape
  • Scissors
  • Chairs or tables

Instructions

  • Use scissors to cut small pieces of duct tape that fit the bottom of your chair or table legs. Make each piece large enough to cover the area that touches the floor without leaving too much tape sticking out around the edges.
    Hands cutting a piece of silver duct tape with scissors in front of a wooden dining chair.
  • Stick a piece of duct tape to the bottom of one chair or table leg. Press it firmly into place, making sure it covers the contact area and stays secure.
    Hands attaching a clear floor protector to the bottom of a wooden chair leg.
  • If the first piece stays in place, repeat the process on the remaining legs. Smooth down the tape and check that no loose edges are sticking out where they could catch on the floor.
    Dark wood dining chair with a beige upholstered seat.
  • Carefully move the furniture a short distance to see if the tape stays in place and helps reduce scraping sounds. Check the floor for marks and inspect the tape for loose edges or trapped dirt before continuing to use the furniture.