The mat didn't smell as one might expect. The beveled edge is great. The casters on the chair do make an indentation into the mat which slows up the moving but nothing like being on carpet. All in all it is a nice mat.
Needed new chair pad so headed to Staples. They had a great selection to choose from. Am happy with the one I purchased. great value and gives a smooth surface for a chair with wheels. Very happy (:-).