Why Do You Need a Chairmat?
- Floor coverings are an expensive investment.  You want that investment to last for years.
- You may not realise but your chair castors can cause serious damage to your floors over time.
- You can simply and effectively protect your floors from the excess wear that chair castors can cause by using what is called a 'Chairmat'.
- Chairmats are designed to protect your floor covering investment while still allowing the beauty of your floor to show through.
- You can get chairmats for carpeted areas as well as hard floor areas.
- There is a chairmat to suit almost every floor type.

What type of Chairmat Do You Need?

Hard Floor Chairmats:	These mats are designed for tile, concrete, wood, vinyl floors etc.  They have a smooth back.  If you have a hard floor area then you need to choose a hard floor chairmat.  It is that easy!
Carpet Chairmats:	These mats feature a Gripper Back for stay put performance on carpets and Ramped Edge for easy roll on/off.  Choosing a chairmat for carpeted areas is easy too but requires a little preparation so that you choose the correct chairmat for your carpet thickness.  You see, depending on what carpet thickness you have, eg: low pile or plush pile or somewhere in-between, dictates the type of chairmat that you need to purchase! N.B It is recommended that you perform the Pin Test before purchasing a Chairmat for Carpets.
Computer Chairmats:	If you have a carpeted area that is near your computer, you can also choose a computer chairmat.  They are anti-static chairmats which dissipate harmful static charges.  They too have a Gripper Back and Ramped Edge. Computer charimats are recommended for Low Pile carpet only. N.B It is recommended that you perform the Pin Test before purchasing a Computer Chairmat to ensure that your carpet is only Low Pile.

How to Choose a Carpet Chairmat
- When choosing or recommending a chairmat for carpet, it is important that you choose the correct mat for the carpet thickness to ensure long life for both the chairmat and your carpet.
- Chairmats for carpets are designed with grippers for holding it in place.  The grippers and chairmat thickness vary in size depending on the carpet thickness.
- If you use a low pile chairmat on high pile carpet, the mat will crack, simply because the mat is not the correct thickness to 'absorb' castor impact as they roll on the thick carpet.

Please click on the link below "How to Choose a Chairmat" for more information on how to choose a Carpet Chairmat to ensure that you have the correct mat for your carpet thickness and how to perform the "Pin Test". 

IMPORTANT: 
1. If slippage occurs discontinue use as chairmats may not be appropriate for all floor types (especially highly polished floors).
2. Clean up spills quickly to prevent slippage and accidents.  Do not use chairmats in wet areas or where condensation may occur.  If liquid gets under the chairmat, clean up immediately and make sure area is fully dry before placing the chairmat back on the floor.  Chairmats are only to be used on completely dry floors at all times.
3. Clean under mats regularly to remove foreign objects as they can damage the floor or chairmat.  Dust and dirt can get under chairmats when cleaning the surrounding area.  Therefore, it is important to check and clean underneath chairmats regularly. 
4. Never store a chairmat in an upright position.  Chairmats must stay flat at all times (except during transportation if the is less than 24 hours).  If a chairmat is stored in an upright position, it will bend and in some cases can remain bent.  This will damage the chairmat and may pose a hazard when using the chairmat.  This voids warranty.

 

PVC Carpet and Hard Floor Chair Mat Purchase Guide

Carpet + Underlay thickness	Shape+ Size mm rec= rectangular  kh =keyhole	Code	Guarantee In years
Low pile up to 9mm	900 x 1200 kh	cjl1290	1
Medium pile  9-12mm	900 x 1200 kh	cas1290	2
	1150 x 1360 kh	cae136115	2
	1220 x1500 rec	cad	2
Deep pile  12-15mm	1140 x 1350 kh	cae	2
	1220 x1530 rec	cjd	2
Plush Pile 15-18mm	1140 x 1350 kh	cjp	3
Anti static  up to 9mm	1140 x 1350 kh	cjas	1
Hard Floor	1120 x 1350 kh	caehf	2

 

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Polycarbonate Chair Mats

What is Polycaronate (PC)? 
It is a material that contains no vinyl and is highly durable.  PC is used in the manufacture of bullet proof glass and used in the making of aircrafts.  It is also 100% RECYCLABLE and ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY.

Why use PC mats?
Very Durable: Due to its hardwearing capabilities, this high quality plastic is used in the aircraft industry and in the manufacturing of bullet proof glass.
Clear: They are highly transparent and impact resistant, making it virtually unbreakable.
Environmentally Safe: PVC-free, odourless and completely free of any toxic chemicals.
Fire Resistant: Resistant to burning cigarettes and compatible with floor heating systems.
Very Ergonomic: Minimal gliding resistance for chairs with castors.
Negligible Gas Emissions: making the mats ideal for people who suffer from allergies and in the vacinity of children.

PC chairmats can also be used in alternate applications.  Eg:
Under copier machines, in heavy traffic areas, receptions areas, under pot plants, at refuse collection points in the office, pet feeding areas, for heavy ornament surface protection etc.........

When using these chairmats in alternative applications other than under a chair with castors, extreme user caution/discretion must be displayed to prevent accidents.  The manufacturer/distributor cannot take responsibility for accidents/damage that occurs unless the chairmat is faulty.  Do not place chairmats where people can walk on them if they are not aware that the chairmat is there.  Build up can occur on mats from mud, water, dirt from people's shoes and even from cleaning equipment and this can cause slippage. As with any product that can be purchased in the market place, if the product is used in a situation for which it is not designed, then the manufacturer/distributor cannot be held responsible for accidents/damage that may occur unless the product is faulty. Chairmats are not promoted as non-slip when used in alternate applications.

 

Carpet	Hard Floor	Printed Designs

 

Polycarbonate Chair Mat Purchase Guide:

Carpet + Underlay thickness	Shape + Size mm rec = rectangular kh = keyhole shape	Code	Guarantee In years
Up to 15mm thick	900 x 1200rec	cadp9	5
	1200 x 1300rec	cadp12	5
	1200 x 3000rec	cadp123	5
	Special cuts up to  maximum 1200 x 3000	cadpcus	5
15-18mm thick	900 x 1200rec	cap90rec	5
	1200 x 1340rec	cap12rec	5
	1200 x 1340kh	cap12kh	5
	1200 x 1500rec	cap15rec	5
19mm + thickness	As above		none

 

Hard Floor Polycarbonate Chair Mat Purchase Guide

Flooring Type	Shape + Size mm  Rec = rectangular	Code	Guarantee    In years
Concrete, timber, vinyl	1200 x 1340rec	Cjphkh12	5
Rubber, tiles etc	900 x 1200rec	Cjphr9	5
	1200 x 1500rec	Cjphr15	5