Coverings for floors, stairs, walls and/or ceilings; carpeting including carpets; antimicrobial carpet treatment sold as an integral component of carpeting; carpet backing, carpet inlays, carpet underlay; carpet protectors; tiles including carpet tiles; carpet tile backing; rugs and mats including floor rugs and door mats; automobile floor coverings, including carpeting for vehicles; non-textile wall hangings; padded linings and padded coverings for existing floors, stairs, walls and/or ceilings; anti-slip material for use on staircases and walkways and under floor coverings including under rugs and carpets