To avoid damaging your hardwood with too much water, use a dampened sponge to spread the dish soap over the leftover padding. Allow the soap to soak in enough to loosen the foam in a small area ...

Dear Angie: How do you remove carpet padding that has adhered to a hardwood floor? — Rennie T., Staunton, Va. Answer: The good news is that you're not stuck. (Bad pun, I know.) Our consumer ...

Q: I have a problem with trying to remove all of the carpet padding over hardwood floors in my living room. I have tried using Goof Off, but it made the padding stick to the floor even more.

Carpet padding is designed to absorb the impact of feet on the carpet, control the flex of the carpet backing, provide comfortable walking and to provide some insulation over cold floors.