My sewing area had carpet, now has tile, so glad I made the change! My rolling chair does not seam to move as I use the machine. but a gental push and I'm away from the machine or can adjust the angel I'm at in front of it. Tryed an area rug for warmth, but missed the easy movement of my chair. It was, In my opion, more trouble than it was worth. If I were you I would hang on to the rug untill the remodel was finished, try it with and without rug than you will know for sure.