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Frequently Asked Questions
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Are GlassMats really made out of glass? Yes, they are glass, specially treated so they will never crack, dent, indent, or discolor and will never wear out.
What is the thickness of a GlassMat? GlassMats are manufactured at a thickness of 0.225” which is slightly less than ¼”.
How much weight will a GlassMat hold? GlassMats will hold well over 1,000 lbs. !
What is a Radius (rounded) Corner and why would I want them? The standard GlassMat is manufactured with squared off (90 degree) corners. A Radius Corner is a curved (rounded) corner. The standard curved (rounded) corner for a GlassMat is a 3” curve on the corners. These give the GlassMats a more “finished” and elegant look, especially if the mat and corners are visible by others. Other radius corner sizes are available as shown on the photo pages of the web site.
Are the edges beveled? No the edges are not beveled, as doing so would take away from the edge strength. The edges are “seamed” (basically sanded) which knocks off the sharp edges. You cannot cut yourself on these edges and you can still roll on and off the GlassMat.
Do you do custom sizes and shapes? YES, we do custom sizes and shapes. Please call us to discuss your application and special requirements.
Do GlassMats slide/move on carpet? We recommend that your GlassMat butt up against your furniture. Because of their weight GlassMats tend to stay in place 99% of the time. However, with some carpets with a high nylon content, GlassMats can tend to “creep” over time. They can be easily slid back in place by standing off the mat and pushing with your foot or sliding by hand.
How are GlassMats shipped? GlassMats are shipped via ground trucking common carrier. The freight company normally gives you a call to set up a delivery time.
Do GlassMats build up static charges? No, GlassMats are anti-static.
Will GlassMats work on very high pile carpet? Yes, your benefit is much more dramatic on high pile carpet. GlassMats work as well on high pile as they do on low. They will never indent, crack, groove or discolor and will provide the same degree of service in year 10 as on day one!
How about a wood or tile floor? GlassMats worked equally well on wood, tile or marble floors. We provide silicone button spacers that go between the hardwood or tile floor and the GlassMat. These provide a small spacing cushion between the flooring and prevent the GlassMat from sliding. These are the same buttons are most often seen on glass desktops.
How long will a GlassMat last? In a normal office environment a GlassMat will last indefinitely
Do I need a “lip” or “tongue” that goes under my desk? In most cases a “lip” or “tongue” is not required. While seated at your desk roll up to as far you normally work. Look down and see where your chair wheels are located. If they do not go under the desk or break the vertical plane of your desk then a lip is not required. In the event that they do please give us a call.
How do I measure? While seated in your chair roll around and establish the boundaries where you and your chair want to travel. Take some masking tape and establish that perimeter. Measure this and if a standard size will work, order directly from the web site. If a custom size is desired, just give us a call.
What is the normal lead-time from ordering to shipping? Normal lead-time is 2-3 weeks
Are there shipping or size restrictions? Yes, for mats over 60” x 60” please give us a call for shipping estimates.
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