Customer reviews from Staples
Staples - Carpet Chair Mat with Lip, 36" x 48'', Flat-Pile - Clear
Average customer rating
3.8
(15,483 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 15,483 reviews
5 Stars
6,897
4 Stars
3,340
3 Stars
2,214
2 Stars
1,354
1 Star
1,678
68%of customers recommend this product.
(
63 out of
93)
Customer Reviews for Staples - Carpet Chair Mat with Lip, 36" x 48'', Flat-Pile - Clear
Customer Rating
5
Great office chair mat
on July 19, 2026
Posted by: Calen
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I am very happy with the chair mat. It works great for my office chair. I have carpet in my office and this mat makes it so easy to roll my chair around while working. It is a great quality mat and is holding up great.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great Mat
on July 19, 2026
Posted by: Office
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I really like this chair mat. It appears to be of very high quality and is very sturdy under my office chair. The mat has just the right amount of glide and protection over my medium-pile carpet. Overall I’m very happy either way this mat.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
A Great Addition to My Home Office
on July 19, 2026
Posted by: Cait88
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As someone who works remotely from home full-time, having office products that make my workspace more comfortable and functional is a must. I’ve been really happy with this chair mat. It makes rolling my desk chair much smoother than it was directly on the carpet, which has made long workdays at my desk much more comfortable. I also like that it helps protect my carpet from wear and keeps it clean, especially on days when I’m wearing shoes.
One feature that really stood out to me is the sharp teeth on the underside of the mat. They grip the carpet well, so the mat stays securely in place instead of sliding around while I’m working. I also appreciate that it’s clear, so it blends into my office without taking away from the design of the space. Overall, it feels sturdy, has stayed flat during everyday use, and does exactly what I was hoping it would.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great Hardworking Mat
on July 19, 2026
Posted by: AA12
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This chair mat is wonderful. It stays in place on carpet and I really tried to see if it would shift during use. The clear color makes it very unobtrusive. I also appreciate the matte finish so there is minimal glare when the lights hit it. My office chair rolled smoothly and I have no complaints.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
A solid mat that does what it says
on July 19, 2026
Posted by: Selena
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I gave this chair mat 4 stars. I like that the clear design blends into my workspace and doesn’t distract from my rug or office setup. It does what it’s supposed to do - makes it easier to move my chair around while helping protect my low-pile rug.
The polycarbonate material feels sturdy and it has held up well with everyday use. My only complaints are that the edges are more noticeable than I expected, especially when rolling my chair on and off the mat. Since it’s clear, it also shows dust pretty easily. I noticed the fibers from my rug were very visible on the mat, so it needs to be cleaned more often than I thought it would.
Overall, I like that it’s durable, stays in place, and protects my floor without being too noticeable. I just wish the edges blended in a little better and that it didn’t show dust and rug fibers as much.
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Lightweight but sturdy mat
on July 19, 2026
Posted by: AmeliaMT
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is even better than what I was expecting! I like that it is lighter weight and the knobs on the back are good even on high pile carpet. It is smaller than my old mat but will work great. It is very sturdy and doesn't roll on the corners like most thinner mats do
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
5
Great under desk mat
on July 19, 2026
Posted by: JGins
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This mat makes sliding on my floor a breeze. My chair was getting stuck on the floor board planks and it has been smooth sailing since using the mat. Comfortable underfoot and blends in effortlessly in the room!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples
Customer Rating
4
Polycarbonate Mat
on July 19, 2026
Posted by: AirbusDriver19
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Overall, I’ve been very happy with this polycarbonate chair mat. It has a clean and clear design that blends in nicely with my home office and lets the color of the carpet show through instead of standing out like some opaque mats do. It gives my workspace a neat and professional look without being large and distracting. For everyday use, the mat performs very well. My chair rolls smoothly across the carpet, which makes moving and working around my desk much easier. It also gives me the confidence that my carpet is protected from the wear and dents that can happen from constant chair movement.
I’ve been most impressed by the quality. The polycarbonate material feels solid and durable, and the mat has stay flat without curling upward or warping. It supports my chair with ease and doesn’t flex or crack during normal use. My favorite thing about this chair mat is how it combines durability with a nearly invisible appearance. I highly recommend as it is a worthwhile upgrade to any carpeted office!
Written by a customer while visiting Staples