Ken, When you wrote that you used "tape" and your throw rug has stayed put, for 7 yrs., are you talking about the two-sided tape? If so, how much did you use? I tried that, but just put it on the corners of the back side & that didn't work. Velcro didn't work & neither did that rubber matting that I cut the same size as the throw rug. They both scooted. I recently had back surgery & can't straighten these throw rugs all day long, so please answer soon! Thanks, Chatty in Ohio :)

I was going to suggest an outdoor rug because with larger rug sizes I personally prefer to hose them off outside and let them dry in the sun instead of using my washing machine. In my last kitchen I had some larger rugs like that, I’d take them outside to my sunny pool deck, spray them as needed with a degreaser, then hose them off with a powerful spray. They lasted many years that way. But I got rid of them when my color scheme changed with my current kitchen.

It’s all in the correct pad for your floor and rug. I have a kilim I use on and off without problems tripping, but generally I find rugs in the kitchen not worth the trouble. I guess I’m too sloppy. Lol.

With wood floors, I would just protect by the sink due to potential water damage. For years we have used a patterned jute rug with a non slip pad. It can be flipped, so extends usage and can be sprayed down/hung to dry outside (never wanted to potentially damage our washing machine. They are also inexpensive, so can be easily replaced. I came across this mat if interested, which is polyester vs jute and noticed its attributes: made in Italy, washable, rubber backed, a darker simple pattern and only $40CDN. I often purchase from Simons and have never been disappointed. There are countless styles and price ranges if interested in jute. I’d definitely not add a fabric mat in front of stove and just quickly wipe up. https://m.simons.ca/en/rugs-furniture/rugs/hallway-runners/braided-jute-kitchen-mat-52-x-150-cm--17271-3202250?colorId=16&epik=dj0yJnU9R0pPbHlkUHUwbHpCWkRYOEVZUER4Y2phTDRjTEhHZWomcD0wJm49Vzc2NEI2aUdSZjctZ1RLRy1GR1ZFZyZ0PUFBQUFBR0dfT29v Perhaps consider a patterned, vinyl/pvc mat, which is non slip and can be wiped clean - especially if wanting one at stove. It will protect wood from normal wear and tear as well. It will last forever, comes in endless designs/colors and can even be custom. https://www.etsy.com/listing/881617716/astolpho-45-vinyl-floor-mat-vinyl-rug?utm_medium=display_product&utm_source=pinterest&utm_campaign=us_pros_daba_olfgms&utm_content=homeliving_autobid&utm_custom2=626743244770&pp=1&epik=dj0yJnU9RGRuUElEN2JpWDB2OHhLNGJPeWZhc3VkajJwbng2eHcmcD0wJm49dFBtWWdCWl9jMHRxMlh5X2hscmk0ZyZ0PUFBQUFBR0dfVkY4