The “Ice Cube Trick” Makes One of Your Most Frustrating Decorating Problems Totally Disappear
There’s nothing more frustrating than owning an area rug that’s curling up around the edges. Not only is it an eyesore, but those wayward corners can (and will!) trip you when you least expect it. You’ve probably tried a ton of fixes (rocks on the corners, anyone?), but nothing seems to make a difference.
That’s why this TikTok video from Rachael Eppley (@hey.im.rach) made me gasp.
Why You Should Try The “Ice Cube Trick”
The creator shows off the most underrated hack of all time: the ice cube trick. “In case your mom didn’t teach you,” Eppley captions the video. The best part: It’s so easy. All you have to do is place an ice cube on each of the corners of your rug, and let it melt. Like magic, those curled edges will flatten out — and stay that way.
(Pro tip: If you have hardwood floors, you can place a towel underneath each corner to prevent potential water damage.)
Also known as the “set it and forget it” method, ice cubes can be used to smooth out rug dents caused by furniture or other things too. Even if your dent hasn’t totally disappeared by the next day, you can use a credit card or fork to give it a quick fluffing, or use your vacuum to fully set the fibers in place.
If this hack doesn’t work for you, one person in the comments also recommends double-sided and non-slip rug grippers or stickers as another solution.
But truly, there’s no better feeling than knowing that the fix to one of your household issues can be found in your fridge. While you’re at it, you should probably try this 15-second trick for removing stubborn stickers from jars, too.
This post was a collaboration between Dorm Therapy and Apartment Therapy and originally appeared on Apartment Therapy. See it there: The “Ice Cube Trick” Makes One of Your Most Frustrating Home Problems Totally Disappear
