If sitting at the computer with feet on the mat, do the feet need to be bare? This would be challenging during cold weather.
347608
Yes, your feet should be bare but you can wear cotton socks. It does decrease the contact somewhat, but it's better than no grounding at all. You can also sit on the mat or place the mat on your desk where you rest your arms or wrists. I don't know whether it would effect your computer if you put the mat under it, so it would be easier to put your wrists or arms on. I don't think so. Did you read the book, Earthing? It gives a lot of info.
347609
yes. keep them bare on the bottom for best results. drape a small blanket or towel loosely over the top part of your feet. It's ok to wiggle your toes - ha!
1338435
Absolutely that's where I use mine. Your choice of footwear will make a difference. Something without too much tread. I am thinking of buying a large floor mat like you'd use under the chair of a large desk but it isn't a deal breaker if your only option is to use it on carpeting.
1261153
I've done no scientific testing but from many nights of use as a ground cloth I would say no. My short air mat plus a piece of 1/8" thick closed cell foam under my legs is what I depend on for insulation.
305316
This mat does not get very warm and it is not very large. There are no adjustments. If it is for your feet, there are probably products better for that purpose.
2040989
Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors and friends are impressed. Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors... » Read More Haven't experienced that...but then I'm always wearing shoes when I'm outside! Through my shoes, they don't feel any hotter than anywhere else on my property (driveway, slate sidewalks, etc.) BTW, they went through their first winter in great shape (and it was one unusual winter around here...coldest in decades, so temperature on my feet wasn't a consideration from November through April!) ...still look like I just installed them yesterday (I covered my 300 square foot deck with them). They were a bit expensive, but the finished look is worth it in my opinion. Even my neighbors and friends are impressed. « Show Less
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You could rest your foot there with a shoe on depending on the size of the fire. I wouldn't worry about too hot. I would worry about stability though. I wouldn't rest my foot on the edge of mine. It is thin metal, it could bend or it could tip over because it is so light
1744695
Not really, your feet are exposed up to mid-shin since it doesn't completely enclose the cab, most of your air would lost through that area. Would it make it warmer inside, yeah better than nothing.
1787476
The enclosed instructions specify that shoes should be worn while on the board. The bumps on its surface help to keep shoes from slipping. I have never slipped off. I would never try the board barefoot.
923303
No, but it's going to come loose and you're going to lose it if walking barefeet under such conditions. It's OK for walking barefeet in the house.
81654
I personally haven't worn it under socks but I see no reason why you can't because you can wear it on your bare foot.
10835
My foot was always wrapped because of being broken then having surgery and it got really cold. If your area is bare I would lay a wash cloth or something first because it does get frosty on the outside and it is cold.
1889477
Try a different room. Flat floor like tile or linoleum, not a rug or carpet. You need to do it barefoot, with no shoes or stockings on either foot.Different readings? How much difference?
164791
No I don't think so, I use it both with my shoes on and with my shoes off. With my shoes off they just rest on top and so are cool enough in just the socks resting on the foam. No different than carpet really.
40922
I have this pad. I recommend always following the usage directions because if anything goes wrong, you have not a leg to stand on with the company who gave you warning. You might try lying down to put the pad on your back and cover it with a blanket or something to hold in the heat. I use the pad to cover my cold feet. It can get quite hot to touch. I keep it at around 155 f. Higher and I have to fidget to keep it from being uncomfortable. Well, I hope this was helpful. Happy heating.
2146555
The picture I see seems wrong. It comes up just a few inches around the entire mat. Your foot would be on factory plastic, I believe.
302677
I use it at work under my desk, so I haven't tried it with bare feet. I think it would be though... there are little nubs all over the top which look they would be relaxing like a little foot massage.
2135396
That would all depend on what you had on your feet at the time... it could be very dangerous. Great if you want to practice your balance BUT equate it to dancing on black ice!! I would be very careful!!!!!! Ask yourself first would I practice turns on a polished shiny granite floor?