Category
Materials & Hardness
Understanding Durometer: What Shore Hardness Really Means
Durometer is the number that tells you how soft or hard a rubber is. Learn what Shore A and Shore D measure, how the scales overlap, and how to pick a hardness for feet, bumpers, seals, and wheels.
Silicone vs Rubber vs Felt: Choosing the Right Pad Material
Silicone, rubber, and felt each solve a different furniture problem — grip, all-round protection, or easy gliding. A clear comparison of how they behave, where each belongs, and how to avoid the common mismatch.