Check your chair feet before they scratch the floor.

Kitchen chairs move throughout the day. Underneath, a missing pad or trapped grit can go unnoticed until someone rearranges the room. Checking those contact points is a useful small job before moving furniture. Work only with stable, lightweight pieces you can handle comfortably, and choose protection compatible with your flooring.

What you’ll need

• Floor-compatible self-stick felt pads
• Dry cloth
• Tape measure
• Scissors for cut-to-fit pads

Take it step by step

1. Clear a working area and lay a lightweight chair gently on a protected surface. Inspect each foot for worn pads, loose parts and sharp edges. Do not tip tall furniture or lift heavy pieces alone.
2. Remove loose old felt and wipe the contact surfaces clean. Let any moisture dry completely before applying adhesive. Follow the package instructions for preparing the surface.
3. Measure the area of each foot that rests on the floor. Choose a pad covering that area without hanging over the edge. Trim only pads labeled for cutting.
4. Peel the backing and press the pad firmly in place as directed. Center it on the foot and check that every foot has comparable protection.
5. Set the chair upright carefully and check for rocking. Move it gently on a clean floor, then inspect the pads periodically for trapped grit or loose adhesive.

When to ask for help

Get help with heavy furniture, unstable legs, exposed sharp hardware or deep floor damage. Pads protect a contact point; they cannot repair broken furniture.