Rectangular wooden legs on carpet need a slide that matches the full oblong footprint. A round slide leaves the long edges exposed to dig into pile. Rectangular nail-on furniture slides with a hard ABS surface glide over carpet and rough floors effortlessly. Zinc-plated tubular rivet with anti-rotation mortise. 33 × 19 mm (1.30″ × 0.75″). Available in multiples of 4. Also recommended for rough and textured hard floors.
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Rectangular wooden legs on carpet need a slide that matches the full oblong footprint. A round slide leaves the long edges exposed to dig into pile. A square slide overhangs on the short sides and snags carpet fibers during movement. Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet cover the entire oblong base — edge to edge, corner to corner — with a hard ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) surface that glides over carpet pile instead of digging into it.
A zinc-plated tubular rivet with anti-rotation mortise drives into solid wooden legs with a rubber mallet — no pre-drilling, no prep. The mortise prevents the slide from rotating out of alignment with the rectangular leg profile. One size: 33 × 19 mm (1.30″ × 0.75″), fitting legs up to 40 × 25 mm. Available in multiples of 4. For wooden furniture legs only. For metal, plastic, or hollow legs, use rectangular self-adhesive furniture slides for carpet. For hard floors, use rectangular nail-on furniture glides with PA6 surface.
Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet are available in one size designed for the compact oblong legs found on mid-century modern, Scandinavian, and transitional wooden furniture. This is the only standard size — select the correct shape to ensure rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet cover the full oblong base without overhang or exposed edges.
For legs 33–40 × 19–25 mm
Mid-century chairs, Scandinavian dining chairs, sled-base stools, transitional seating
For bulk orders and commercial fit-outs, visit Business Solutions.
Rectangular legs require two measurements — the long side and the short side. Both must fall within the 33–40 mm × 19–25 mm range for rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet to fit correctly. If either dimension exceeds the range, the leg may be square — measure both sides independently to confirm the oblong profile before ordering.
Lay it on its side or flip it upside down. You need clear access to the base of each leg where the rectangular nail-on furniture slide will sit.
Use a steel rule or calipers. Measure the long side and the short side of the leg base independently. If both sides are within 3 mm of each other, the leg is square — use square nail-on furniture slides instead.
The long side must measure between 33 and 40 mm. The short side must measure between 19 and 25 mm. If both fall within range, rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet are the correct choice.
Installing rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet takes under a minute per leg. No pre-drilling required on any hardwood, MDF, or softwood species. Directional alignment during installation is critical — the anti-rotation mortise locks after the rivet is seated, and a misaligned slide exposes edges and corners to carpet fibers.
Rectangular legs encounter asymmetric resistance on carpet. Movement along the short axis pushes the long edge through the pile like a blade — maximum fiber engagement and maximum resistance. Movement along the long axis pushes the narrow edge, generating less resistance. Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet eliminate this asymmetry by presenting a smooth ABS surface in every direction of movement.
Each unprotected rectangular leg presents two long edges that act as blades through carpet pile. When furniture is pushed sideways (the most common movement direction for dining chairs), the full 33 mm edge drags through fibers — tearing, crushing, and creating tracks that are wider and more visible than round-leg damage. The Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) identifies furniture movement as a leading cause of premature pile damage on residential and commercial carpet.
The concentrated pressure along those long edges also creates distinctive oblong indentation marks. Unlike round indentations that can partially recover with steaming, rectangular indentations crush fibers in a linear pattern that resists restoration. Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet eliminate that blade-like contact by distributing weight across the full ABS face.
The ABS surface on rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet replaces two long blade edges and four sharp corners with a single smooth, flat surface that skims over carpet pile regardless of movement direction. The coefficient of friction between smooth ABS and carpet is the same in every direction — eliminating the asymmetric resistance that makes rectangular-legged furniture the most unpredictable to move on carpet.
ABS also distributes the furniture’s weight evenly across the full rectangular footprint instead of concentrating it along the edges. This converts the linear pressure pattern that causes oblong carpet indentations into uniform surface pressure that the carpet pile can support without permanent damage.
These ABS furniture slides for soft floors are designed for surfaces where furniture legs sink into or engage the material. The hard ABS face skims over the surface instead of engaging it. Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet are also recommended for rough or heavily textured hard floors where PA6 glides may catch or wear prematurely.
Every component in rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet is specified for the opposite challenge to hard floor glides. Where hard floor glides use a soft PA6 surface that absorbs micro-texture, carpet slides use a hard ABS surface that rejects fiber engagement. Same platform construction, same rivet with anti-rotation mortise — different surface for a different floor.
The ABS sliding surface on rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet is hard, smooth, and presents zero fiber engagement across the full oblong footprint. The precision-formed edges and polished face create a surface that carpet fibers cannot grip, snag, or penetrate — including along the two long edges where fiber engagement is worst on unprotected rectangular legs.
ABS resists the abrasion that carpet generates over time. Where cheap plastic slides develop microscopic scratches that increase fiber engagement, the ABS surface on rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet maintains its smooth face through years of daily furniture movement. The material will not age-crack, chalk, or become brittle under sustained compressive load.
The same tubular rivet used across the entire furniture glide and slide range. The rivet’s razor-sharp tubular edge separates wood fibers rather than removing them. The entry hole closes back when the rivet is removed — unlike a plain nail hole, which widens with every replacement.
On rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet, the anti-rotation mortise is critical. The asymmetric shape means even slight rotation exposes significant edge length to carpet fibers. Carpet’s higher lateral resistance amplifies this risk — the mortise prevents the gradual rotation that would undermine the full-coverage protection the rectangular shape provides.
The rigid rectangular platform that connects the ABS sliding surface to the ZnFe rivet. On rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet, the platform distributes the furniture’s weight evenly across the full oblong footprint — eliminating the concentrated linear pressure along the long edges that causes the worst carpet damage from unprotected rectangular legs.
Unprotected rectangular wooden legs on carpet present two long edges that act as blades through the pile during every movement. The resulting fiber damage is wider, more visible, and harder to restore than damage from round or square legs. Over time, unprotected rectangular legs create distinctive oblong indentation patterns that no amount of vacuuming or steaming will fully remove.
Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet replace those blade-like edges with a single smooth ABS surface that distributes weight evenly and eliminates directional fiber engagement during movement.
A round slide on a rectangular leg leaves both long edges and all four corners exposed. A square slide overhangs on two sides and leaves the other two sides short — creating edges that catch carpet in both directions of movement. Neither shape matches the oblong profile.
Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet match the leg profile exactly. Full ABS coverage along both long edges, both short edges, and all four corners. No exposed edges, no overhang, no directional snagging on carpet.
Felt pads are designed for hard floors. On carpet, felt fibers engage with carpet fibers and increase friction rather than reducing it. On rectangular legs, the concentrated pressure along the long edges crushes the felt flat first — and once the felt is compressed, the raw wood edges are back in direct contact with carpet. Felt also absorbs moisture from carpet cleaning, trapping it against the wood.
The hard ABS surface on rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet cannot engage with carpet fibers, cannot absorb moisture, and cannot compress flat along the edges. ABS carpet slides are designed for the high-friction environment that carpet creates — felt pads are not.
Rectangular nail-on furniture glides use a PA6 needle-punched surface designed for hard floors. PA6 fibers on carpet create fiber-on-fiber engagement that increases resistance instead of reducing it — especially along the long edges where contact area is greatest. PA6 glides are engineered for the opposite floor type.
Rectangular carpet glides with ABS surface reject fiber engagement entirely. Same rivet with anti-rotation mortise, same platform — fundamentally different surface for a fundamentally different floor. Use PA6 glides on hard floors →
Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet and rectangular nail-on furniture glides for hard floors use the same platform and rivet with anti-rotation mortise. The right choice depends entirely on the floor type — not the furniture.
For carpet, area rugs, and rough textured hard floors. The hard ABS surface skims over carpet pile instead of engaging it. Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet eliminate directional snagging and reduce the force needed to move furniture in every direction of travel.
For hardwood, tile, laminate, vinyl, stone, and all smooth hard floors. The soft PA6 needle-punched surface absorbs micro-texture and moves silently without scratching. Glides protect the floor from the furniture — slides protect the furniture from the floor.
Both variants use the same ABS platform and ZnFe tubular rivet with anti-rotation mortise. Only the floor-contact surface differs — ABS for carpet, PA6 for hard floors.
Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet must match the leg cross-section. A round or square slide on a rectangular leg leaves edges exposed to catch and snag on carpet fibers — creating the exact problem the slide is supposed to eliminate. Measure both dimensions of the base before ordering.
For circular cross-section legs — turned, tapered, and cylindrical. Ø 23 / 28 / 38 / 50 mm.
For equal-sided square legs — Shaker, mission, farmhouse, and contemporary designs. Full corner-to-corner ABS coverage. 23 / 28 / 38 / 50 mm.
For oblong legs — mid-century modern, Scandinavian, and transitional furniture. Full edge-to-edge ABS coverage. 33 × 19 mm.
Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet are ideal for mid-century modern dining chairs, Scandinavian side chairs, sled-base stools, and any wooden furniture with oblong legs on carpeted floors or area rugs. The 33 × 19 mm size fits the compact rectangular legs found on vintage and reproduction mid-century designs. Especially valuable in carpeted dining rooms and living spaces where these design-forward chairs are pushed, pulled, and repositioned daily — the ABS surface eliminates the directional resistance that makes rectangular-legged furniture the hardest to move on carpet.
Hotel lobbies and lounges, restaurant dining rooms with carpeted floors, boutique hospitality venues with design-driven furniture, co-working spaces, and assisted living facilities. Rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet are the specification for commercial mid-century and Scandinavian furniture on carpet — the anti-rotation mortise maintains directional alignment under high-traffic use, and the ABS surface extends carpet life across areas with frequent furniture repositioning. The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) recognizes furniture protectors as essential to commercial floor maintenance. Available in bulk quantities — visit Business Solutions for commercial pricing.
Same ABS sliding surface for carpet. EHBF adhesive backing instead of rivet — for metal, plastic, or hollow rectangular furniture legs that cannot accept a nail-on fitting.
Same ABS platform and ZnFe rivet with anti-rotation mortise. PA6 needle-punched sliding surface instead of ABS — for hardwood, tile, laminate, vinyl, and stone. Use glides when the floor is smooth and hard; use rectangular nail-on furniture slides for carpet when the floor is soft or textured.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Product Type |
Nail-On Slides |
Shape |
Rectangular |
Materials |
ABS base, steel rivet, EHBF adhesive (Ø50 mm only) |
Floor Compatibility |
Carpets, area rugs, woven mats |
Furniture Compatibility |
Chairs, stools, benches, tables, office seating |
Leg Compatibility |
Wooden furniture legs |
Sizes Available |
33 × 19 mm (1.30 × 0.75 in) |
Color Options |
Black |
Installation Type |
Tap in with hammer or rubber mallet (wipe surface first if adhesive-backed) |
Key Benefits |
Scratch prevention, noise reduction, anti-rotation design, secure grip |
Indoor/Outdoor Use |
Indoor | Covered Outdoor | Uncovered Outdoor |
| Shape | L × W (Dimensions) | Compatible Leg/Base Size | Ø1 (Rivet Diameter) | H (Height) | H1 (Rivet Height) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Rectangular |
33 × 19 mm (1.30″ × 0.75″) |
33 × 19 – 40 × 25 mm (1.30″ × 0.75″ – 1.57″ × 0.98″) |
9.2 mm (0.36″) |
12 mm (0.47") |
5.5 mm (0.22″) |
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