andreamanning1200 started this discussion ·
So I'm getting an xpole xpert, but i have porcelain tiles in my house. I'd be hesitant to put my pole directly on the floor? If I got a 1x1 metre square of carpet would it protect the floor from cracking? Does anyone have any tips on protecting a tiled floor?
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The tile will be fine if there are no hollow spots under where your pole base will be. You can usually hear it with a tap with your knuckle if it is hollow under the tile. Carpet won't protect it from cracking. But if the tile was installed correctly, it should be perfectly fine.
WebJunk ·
Amazingly even when a pole is tightened to the point your ceiling joist might creak, the floor tile does not get a mark in it. Should mention that a "piece of carpet" laid under the pole can be dangerous. Read a couple of years ago someone did that and the pole slid and they got hurt. One of the manufacturers had replied that normal carpet is completely tacked down in place. A piece of carpet moves quite easily.
