Backing Materials: Final Bac, Felt, and Action Bac

October 03, 2026

After your adhesive is dry, you'll attach a backing cloth to the underside of your rug. The backing protects the adhesive, gives the rug a clean, finished appearance, adds grip and cushioning, and helps it lie flat.

Common Backing Options

Final Bac

Final Bac is a popular non-woven backing cloth designed specifically for hand-made rugs. It's easy to cut and attach, lies flat, and gives a very clean, professional look to the finished piece. This is a great all-purpose choice for floor rugs.

Felt Backing

Felt is a softer option that adds extra cushioning underfoot. It also tends to grip hardwood or tile floors better than harder backings. A good choice for rugs that you want to feel extra plush from both sides.

Action Bac

Action Bac is a woven backing used in commercial carpet production. It's stiffer and more structured than Final Bac or felt, and is typically used on larger, higher-traffic pieces where dimensional stability matters.

How to Attach Backing

1. Allow your adhesive to dry completely (usually 24 hours).
2. Cut your backing cloth to the size of your finished rug.
3. Press the backing firmly onto the adhesive side — you can add a thin second coat of adhesive to help bond it.
4. Trim edges cleanly and fold or bind as desired.

Action Bac Availability

Note: Action Bac is no longer stocked on our website. It's only available to us in full rolls rather than precut pieces, and we still use it in our own production. If you need some, or would like to try a test cutoff, email support@tufttheworld.com with how much you need and we'll let you know what we can do.

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