HOW STRONG IS THE MATERIAL? The material is virtually tearproof and will protect your beautiful flooring from any dirt, scratching, wear and tear from high-volume foot traffic or pet activity. WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE TWO TEXTURES? Crystal Our Cleated Riverstone Carpet Runner protects your carpet surface with an elite grip and vivid transparency. It features a pebble texture on top for enhanced scratch resistance and optimized carpet spikes on bottom for superior carpet traction. It is ideal for high foot traffic areas and effectively protects carpets from dirt, pet scratching, wear, and tear. 100% Made in the USA Clear Cleated Pebble-Textured Vinyl2.03 mm Thick, High-Grade Carpet ProtectionEasy to CleanBPA & Phthalate Free - California Prop 65 CompliantPebble Texture on Top for Enhanced Scratch Resistance, Cleated Texture on Bottom for Superior Carpet GripWaterproof, Tearproof, & Puncture-ResistantIntended for Carpeted SurfacesIdeal for High Foot Traffic AreasBest for Doorway Carpeting & Area Rugs Prone to Pet Scratching Riverstone Our Riverstone Hard Floor Runner protects your hard floor surface while providing a versatile dual-textured finish. It features a pebble texture on top for enhanced scratch resistance and a smooth texture on bottom for unmatched hard floor traction. It is ideal for protecting all hard floor surfaces including hardwood, laminate, vinyl, tile, stone, concrete, bamboo, cork, epoxy, and linoleum flooring. 100% Made in the USA Clear Pebble-Textured Vinyl2.03 mm Thick - High-Grade Hard Floor ProtectionEasy to CleanBPA & Phthalate Free - California Prop 65 CompliantSmooth Texture on Bottom for Unmatched Traction, Pebble Texture on Top for Optimized Scratch ResistanceWaterproof, Tearproof, & Puncture-ResistantAbsorbs Impact and Dampens SoundIdeal for All Hard Floor Surfaces including Hardwood & Laminate FlooringBest for Mudroom Floors, Laundry Room Floors, & Doorway Floors IS THE VINYL FREE OF HARMFUL CHEMICALS? Yes. It’s BPA- and Phthalate-free. Our floor runner is made from the purest virgin vinyl, making it the safest option for your home or office. DOES THE PRODUCT HAVE A SMELL? Like most plastics, there is a smell shortly after manufacturing that will dissipate in a matter of hours after unpackaging. However, unlike some imported plastics the off-gassing smell is familiar and subtle. CAN THE MATERIAL TOLERATE HEAT? Yes, it can take some heat. It can manage temperatures no greater than 150 degrees Fahrenheit, meaning it can tolerate heat in areas exposed to heavy sunlight. DOES THIS PRODUCT LAY FLAT EASILY? While many of our products often come rolled up for ease of shipping, the material is formulated to lay flat at 72-74 degrees F. If you don’t see this result within a few minutes, here are a few ways you can speed things up. A modest source of heat will soften the material to flatten faster if needed. You can: Use a blow dryer on a warm setting, holding it about 8 inches from the material. It will soften and settle pretty quickly. For larger items, feel free to place heavy objects on the sections as you soften them.You can run hot water on the material or let it sit in hot water for a few seconds. This is extremely easy to do if the item can be fully submersed.If it’s warm and sunny outside, lay the material on top of a towel or something similar in the direct sun for a few minutes.