Desk mat material?

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I’m looking to buy a large desk mat. But one that I like has the word “felt” in the description and I don’t know if would cause static electricity or cause any problems for use around a computer.

 

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Regardless of whether it's static-prone, felt isn't easy to wipe clean. That's why all the gaming pads are made of synthetic material.

 

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Hopefully it's the anti-static felt, like DJs use on turntables. You can hand wash it, like in a bucket with some laundry soap; then let it air dry. I wouldn't put it in a washing machine.

 

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garlin said:

Regardless of whether it's static-prone, felt isn't easy to wipe clean. That's why all the gaming pads are made of synthetic material.

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That makes sense. Any recommendations?

 

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Have a piece of glass cut to the size of the desktop. No static, EZ to clean, never wears out and looks great

 

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rk911 said:

Have a piece of glass cut to the size of the desktop. No static, EZ to clean, never wears out and looks great

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My desktop is black glass. I’d like a softer surface that doesn’t show finger prints and stuff.

 

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If you have PC shop nearby that sells "PC gaming" gear then see if the larger deskpads have the right material. There's two kinds, one is just a supersized mouse pad and another is a thin rigid plastic sheet that doesn't flex.

 

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