Thank you for taking time to review this product. We are sorry to hear the Rug Gripper traction tape didn't meet your performance expectations. We would like to offer a quick overview of the product's installation instructions to help facilitate a better understanding usage. These tabs are designed to keep small area rugs from bunching up and moving across a hard surface more than they would without anti slip assistance. For best performance, make sure the floor and rug surface is thoroughly clean. Outline the rug or mat parallel to the direction that most foot traffic will flow. Once attached, Press firmly to secure. - Customer Care