I'm looking for a mat to put under a desk chair, would this work well without cracking like other(clear) mats do?
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The quality of this mat is better. I have used clear mats several times and they always seem to crack. I have a exercise bike that's under my mat to protect my hardwood floors and that's all I use my mat for. Because of the excellent quality I believe this mat will work just as well for a desk chair.
488249
Yes. I returned mine, because it was too sort for my exercise bike. But, it is a good mat.
488250
NO! Some clear mats are thinner than others. Our two clear mats are thick and so durable from Costco Wholesale. We have had them for years.
327037
Although the liner is thicker than most, and I think it would work to an extent, I don't think it would be ideal for using under a chair on wood. It would probably move around and it has ridges on one side. It would probably work on carpet but not wood. I think you would want to find something more solid.
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I've done it both ways and really a nice thick mat is soooooo much nicer on your joints and less slippery than carpet. I'm older (55) so being nice to my joints makes sense. Mine is about 3/4 inch thick black puzzle mat that I got here on Amazon. I bought two sets and put them together to make a larger area. Well worth the $. The thin yoga mats really only help with the slipping part.
1053538
We use the puzzle tiles under ours. It works well. An alternative could be the full foam mats. Look at a preschool supply store site for best deals and ideas. But, the answer to your question is yes. :)
1281758
Yes, the mat is pretty flexible. Just do not fold the mat over itself; while it never feels that hot, the heat will collect, and the mat can damn near melt itself.
418619
Hi James. I would stay away from this product. Reason being the smallnibs on the bottom that is supposed to keep the mat from moving doesn't work. I have carpet where my PC is and as I pull my chair in and out the vinyl moves a little with it. After a few days I have to push the mat back in place.
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No, I think not. I'm using ours on a very special cherry table my husband made but I usually put one of those large silicon baking mats underneath the arms. I use a silicon mat simply because I don't have a plastic placemat. If you use a place mat, get one that sort of 'hugs' the table and is not slippery. But truthfully, when you tighten the arms that chair is going absolutely nowhere. My daughter-in-law cuts up the baby's food and puts it right on the table. The mat makes it easier to clean up afterwards and also protects the table when the baby is banging her spoon and cup. This chair is great esp. if you don't have a lot of room for a high chair etc. Cleans easily, folds for travel and thanks to the harness, really secures the baby. I think it's terrific and I recommend it highly. C. Bane Charleston, SC
1281939
Mat is flexible, but not that flexible. It's flat though and only about 1/4 inch thick.
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I'm sorry I am not sure as to what the thickness a carpet style mat is...the best I think I could answer you is that I believe it may be a bit thinner, but it is not too thin...a decent thickness...no spikes. It has a smooth side and then the other side a little rough. Hopefully that makes sense. We have it on a wood floor and it has worked well for us...we have two.
624028
The mat's rubber surface isn't particularly slick and the mat is very heavy. I wouldn't think it too likely to slip.
135578
My guess would be yes - anything we had put on it did leave a mark, but we would remove the item and the dent/divot would fade with time. Ultimately, this mat turned into a puzzle for my son and was put away because we had it on a hardwood floor and it became a large slipping hazard. Sorry if this information isn't helpful, but ultimately we didn't know that we didn't really need a mat and I wish we hadn't bought ours.
2255038
Honestly... If I want to sit I just roll my chair into the mat. I don't know if that's going to mess with the longevity of the mat, but so far it hasn't caused any problems.
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I haven't tried using my mat with a chair, so I can't really say whether it would leave permanent indents in the mat. But based on what I have read, it is not recommended to put a chair on most anti-fatigue mats. As far as I know, the only one made for use with chairs is the Wearwell Urethane 501 Rejuvenator Ultra Soft-Cell Anti-Fatigue Mat, for Dry Areas, 2' Width x 3' Length x 5/8" Thickness, Black. See here: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00065UERS .
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I would call a flooring expert on that one, mine went through a laminate floor so it wasn't an issue. Personally I would say that it would crack it, they may have to reinforce it somehow.
1444437
Had no problem with this mat. It is thin enough, with a little bit of weight on it, it should lay flat in a few days.
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I use a mat, not the Concept one but the puzzle piece kind, so I'm not 100% sure it that would be fine. My guess would be that it would be, however my only concern would be the sweat... 30min/day is going to produce a lot of sweat, are you going to be ok with it falling on your carpet?
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I use this mat and it is non slip so I believe you can safely use. The only thing I would think that could cause a problem is if your cats claws should get caught in the slits. Good luck!