Furniture Glide - Interior Design Glossary

Furniture glides are protective pads attached to furniture legs, preventing floor scratches while enabling smooth movement. This simple hardware protects expensive flooring from everyday chair sliding and furniture repositioning. Glide material should match flooring type: felt for hard floors, hard plastic or rubber for carpet. Self-adhesive glides are convenient but less durable than nail-on or threaded versions.

Key Characteristics

✓Protects floors
✓Enables smooth sliding
✓Various materials
✓Multiple attachment types
✓Reduces noise
✓Essential for hardwood

Types & Variations

Felt glides (hard floors)

Plastic glides (carpet)

Rubber glides (grip)

Self-adhesive glides

Nail-on/threaded glides

Works Well With These Styles

All styles hidden hardware

Placement & Usage Tips

Size glides to leg diameter. Replace felt glides when worn—embedded grit scratches floors. Check regularly on frequently moved chairs.

💡 Pro Tip

For dining chairs on hardwood, invest in thick wool felt glides and replace every 6-12 months. The cost is minimal compared to refinishing scratched floors.