Ergonomic Accessories

Chair mats for hard floors and low pile carpets are designed differently to cater to the specific needs of each flooring type.

Hard floor mats are made from smooth materials like vinyl, which provide a non-slip surface to prevent the mat from sliding on surfaces like wood, tile, or laminate. These mats are generally thinner and more rigid, ensuring a stable and flat surface for chair movement.

In contrast, chair mats for low-pile carpets are thicker and slightly more flexible to effectively protect the carpet from the pressure of chair wheels. They feature studs or cleats on the underside that grip into the carpet fibres, helping the mat stay in place and prevent shifting when the chair is moved.

Choosing the correct type of chair mat based on your flooring is crucial for protecting the surface and enhancing the chair’s mobility.

When assessing protection needs, focus on a mat that prevents wear and tear on hard floors from constant movement and weight, and choose a mat for low-pile carpets that can distribute the weight of the chair and its user to prevent indentations or damage to the carpet fibres.

To decide whether you need a chair mat for hard floors or low-pile carpets, consider these factors:

• Floor Type:
  • Hard Floors: Choose a hard floor mat if you have wood, tile, laminate, or vinyl flooring. These mats are smooth and designed to protect hard surfaces from scratches and provide a stable area for chair movement.
  • Low Pile Carpets: Opt for a low pile carpet mat if your flooring is covered with carpet that has short and tight fibres. These mats have cleats to grip the carpet, preventing movement and protecting the carpet from compression.
• Chair Mobility and Protection Needs:
  • Hard Floors: Ensure the mat has a non-skid surface to prevent slipping.
  • Low Pile Carpets: Select a mat that allows easy chair movement and is sturdy enough to prevent carpet damage from chair wheels.

Choose the right type based on your specific flooring to enhance chair mobility and protect your floor.

If you want to try out our extensive range of ergonomic accessories before buying, feel free to visit our Perth showroom. You can also speak to one of our experts for personal advice. Buy online knowing that we ship it to you anywhere in Australia.