Sir Topham Hatt Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Wondering if I should buy a mouse mat. Just shelled out just shy of £200 on a new desk. It's actually a kitchen worktop made of solid oak (40mm staves I think). I had a cheap computer desk from Argos, which lasted a good 5 years before showing mouse scratches, maybe even more. So, I'm thinking of buying a mouse mat to protect the desk. My mouse is a Microsoft Sculpt Ergonomic. But I hate mouse mats. I find them very cumbersome and it'll ruin the look, unless it's as thin as a piece of foil I suppose. Any advice? Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrynalyne Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 http://www.bestbuy.com/site/steelseries-qck-mouse-pad-black/2822575.p?skuId=2822575 I have two, one for home, one for work. I love them. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613878 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mando Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 (edited) I have an ancient Everglide Giganta mouse surface, bout 1/4" thick, once your used to it, its a joy. Used it for years, the Razer Blackadder LHD is very slick on it. Seen better days tbh and and a mouse bungee. had both for over 10years easy. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613896 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draconian Guppy Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 18:21, Mando said: I have an ancient Everglide Giganta mouse surface, bout 1/4" thick, once your used to it, its a joy. Used it for years, the Razer Blackadder LHD is very slick on it. Seen better days tbh and and a mouse bungee. had both for over 10years easy. Expand Never even knew that existed. Mando and Victor Rambo 2 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613900 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mando Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 (edited) On 04/10/2016 at 18:24, Draconian Guppy said: Never even knew that existed. Expand best invention ever if your using on a desk, no more lifting mouse up to tug more dropped cabling down back of desk for use. Mines that old the heavy balll weight has started to get pitted, might purchase another, dammit its only 15Yr old, did i get my £10 moneys worth, think so genius! it goes everywhere my mouse does lol ive gone wireless desktop at work, just easier with a bench full of systems etc. (and empty coffee cup towers to keep end losers away) Draconian Guppy 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613906 Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrynalyne Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 (edited) I have an ancient Everglide too. I recently retired it though. Mando 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613916 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mando Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 (edited) On 04/10/2016 at 18:30, adrynalyne said: I have an ancient Everglide too. I recently retired it though. Expand im too scared to, what if my next isnt as good, although the everglide has finally a shiny center after 10+ years of mouse action. Hell gimme a chance man, only recently retired my Lian Li PC-65 case, that took at least 10 years to finally decide to do it. (im no joking either lol) Corsair 400C now. (still undecided tbh) On 04/10/2016 at 18:30, adrynalyne said: I have an ancient Everglide too. I recently retired it though. Expand thats cos only cool mofos have everglides Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613922 Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrynalyne Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 18:32, Mando said: im too scared to, what if my next isnt as good, although the everglide has finally a shiny center after 10+ years of mouse action. Hell gimme a chance man, only recently retired my Lian Li PC-65 case, that took at least 10 years to finally decide to do it. (im no joking either lol) Corsair 400C now. Expand I was the same way! I don't even know when Everglide went out of business. I went to buy another and was sad... Anyway, that SteelSeries I linked has lived up to my expectations despite being cloth. Mando 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613926 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+JHBrown Subscriber¹ Posted October 4, 2016 Subscriber¹ Share Posted October 4, 2016 I'm not a fan of the Steel Series listed at Best Buy from that member above. I had two of them. I prefer the heavier Mass version. SteelSeries QcK Mass Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613932 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PGHammer Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 I still prefer the 3M Precision Mousing Surface - it's the only one that works with ANY mouse sans issues (from old mice with balls to the latest laser and BlueTrack ARC mice). https://smile.amazon.com/3M-Precise-Repositionable-Adhesive-MP200PS/ Oddly enough, like most of the Scotch products, it was originally an "oops" discovery - however, the board of Minnesota Mining and Manufacturing (the original name OF the company) realized that even mistakes can be useful somewhere - even if not for the original planned use. That has, in fact, earned MM&M a place in manufacturing history alone - because how many other companies have taken the meme made infamous far later by a singer and made a very profitable business out of it? The "Britney Spears meme" - "Ooops - I did it again." Mando 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613934 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mando Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 18:33, adrynalyne said: I was the same way! I don't even know when Everglide went out of business. I went to buy another and was sad... Anyway, that SteelSeries I linked has lived up to my expectations despite being cloth. Expand Hmmm.....too much change arrrg ill get a couple of them in at work and see whats what....has a lot to live up to though. Not much tech im like this with, my Case (dunno why either) mouse, mouse surface & my bungee & keyboard choice i stick to what i know and like (bit odd huh) bought a LED backlit shortened keyboard to finish, and tbh not all bad for the £, Has anti-ghosting on the keys you need them on but looks like a normal keyboard. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613936 Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrynalyne Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 (edited) On 04/10/2016 at 18:38, Mando said: Hmmm.....too much change arrrg ill get a couple of them in at work and see whats what....has a lot to live up to though. Not much tech im like this with, my Case (dunno why either) mouse, mouse surface & my bungee & keyboard choice i stick to what i know and like (bit odd huh) bought a LED backlit shortened keyboard to finish, and tbh not all bad for the £, Has anti-ghosting on the keys you need them on but looks like a normal keyboard. Expand I like minimalist keyboards myself as well: Mando 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613940 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noir Angel Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 I have one of these, I've had it about 8 years and it's still in fantastic condition, the gel has not deformed and it still supports my wrist really well. Mando 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613944 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mando Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 18:41, Javik said: I have one of these, I've had it about 8 years and it's still in fantastic condition, the gel has not deformed and it still supports my wrist really well. Expand heheh the VW Beetle of the mouse mat world Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597613952 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Gary7 Subscriber² Posted October 4, 2016 Subscriber² Share Posted October 4, 2016 I have a Corsair pad that covers most of my Desktop, my KB and Mouse sit on top of it.. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614018 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mando Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 19:03, Gary7 said: I have a Corsair pad that covers most of my Desktop, my KB and Mouse sit on top of it.. Expand Oooh now thats interesting! upload a screeny mate. (please) Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614028 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Gary7 Subscriber² Posted October 4, 2016 Subscriber² Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 19:06, Mando said: Oooh now thats interesting! upload a screeny mate. (please) Expand Here you go, I do not have a camera but this should do: http://www.corsair.com/en-us/mm300-anti-fray-cloth-gaming-mouse-pad-extended Stokkolm and Hum 2 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614056 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+JHBrown Subscriber¹ Posted October 4, 2016 Subscriber¹ Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 19:03, Gary7 said: I have a Corsair pad that covers most of my Desktop, my KB and Mouse sit on top of it.. Expand I use a similar one from Razer... Mando 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614058 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mando Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 (edited) On 04/10/2016 at 19:19, Gary7 said: Here you go, I do not have a camera but this should do: http://www.corsair.com/en-us/mm300-anti-fray-cloth-gaming-mouse-pad-extended Expand now thats a good idea. except it would look odd in my curved setup, dang. instead of spamming this im gonna post my workstation, see what you guys think in other thread now its in the 400C Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614060 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Gary7 Subscriber² Posted October 4, 2016 Subscriber² Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 19:22, Mando said: now thats a good idea. except it would look odd in my curved setup, dang. instea dof spamming this im gonan post my workstation, see what you guys think in other thread now its in the 400C Expand They have smaller ones but they are just mouse pads. I use a curved corner type desk and it fits. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614062 Share on other sites More sharing options...
enroh Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 I use this https://steelseries.com/gaming-mousepads/qck-xxl Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614070 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Topham Hatt Posted October 4, 2016 Author Share Posted October 4, 2016 Well, as nobody has suggested the oak would be okay, I was looking at some photos in the reviews section and thought bigger would look good, so looking at one of these: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00EG7WB8C Mando 1 Share Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614072 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mando Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 19:28, Sir Topham Hatt said: Well, as nobody has suggested the oak would be okay, I was looking at some photos in the reviews section and thought bigger would look good, so looking at one of these: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00EG7WB8C Expand it would wear down eventually mate, sorry i meant to post that a pad or surface would be a good idea see the deal below it, doe sit offer you the mouse bungee? if so take it, trust me youll thank me later if your using a wired mouse, no more snagged mouse cable on desk rear edge. On 04/10/2016 at 19:23, Gary7 said: They have smaller ones but they are just mouse pads. I use a curved corner type desk and it fits. Expand ahh okies maybe still an option, check hardware hangout mate, i dont want to railroad tophatts queston battle-stations latest posts mate few pics too. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614112 Share on other sites More sharing options...
patseguin Global Moderator Posted October 4, 2016 Global Moderator Share Posted October 4, 2016 I have the 2 sided mat from Corsair. I am a huge fan of Corsair stuff these days. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826988049&nm_mc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC&cm_mmc=KNC-GoogleAdwords-PC-_-pla-_-Accessories+-+Mouse-_-N82E16826988049&gclid=CjwKEAjwps2_BRC5jduHor-h8xESJADGT-LtfymfoH5d3_IzOMLKJR55KaS0WrNQCTlVq2sJstVAahoCOfvw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds Definitely a good idea for mat in general on a new desk. I bought an expensive desk once and within a few months had a worn out area from the mouse. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614118 Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Gary7 Subscriber² Posted October 4, 2016 Subscriber² Share Posted October 4, 2016 On 04/10/2016 at 19:52, Mando said: it would wear down eventually mate, sorry i meant to post that a pad or surface would be a good idea see the deal below it, doe sit offer you the mouse bungee? if so take it, trust me youll thank me later if your using a wired mouse, no more snagged mouse cable on desk rear edge. ahh okies maybe still an option, check hardware hangout mate, i dont want to railroad tophatts queston battle-stations latest posts mate few pics too. Expand I have my mouse plugged into the back of my Strafe Keyboard. Link to comment https://www.neowin.net/forum/topic/1310486-mouse-mat/#findComment-597614124 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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