Chair mat placement in Exeter
Professional chair mat placement services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
15-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Office chair mat positioned and flattened properly to protect your flooring and create a smooth rolling surface. No more carpet dents or stuck wheels.
Protect Your Floor While You Work
Rolling an office chair directly on carpet wears it out fast. On hard floors, wheels make noise and can scratch. A chair mat solves both problems - but only if it's positioned right and lies flat. Curled-up mat corners are a trip hazard waiting to happen.
💡 Pro tip: The mat should extend beyond your natural rolling area. Aim for at least 30cm past your furthest reach in any direction - you don't want to be half on, half off the mat.
Getting It Right
| ✅ Positioned Properly | ❌ Common Problems |
|---|---|
| Covers full rolling area | Too small, wheels go off edge |
| Lies completely flat | Curled corners, trip hazard |
| Oriented correctly (lip under desk) | Backwards or sideways |
| Doesn't slide around | Moves every time you sit down |
What You Get
🔧 The Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Unpack | Remove protective films and packaging |
| Position | Place mat to cover full working area |
| Flatten | Deal with any curling or warping |
| Secure | Add grippers if needed to stop sliding |
📦 You're Left With
- Mat covering your full rolling area
- Lying completely flat, no trip hazards
- Chair rolling smoothly
- Floor protected from wheel damage
Pricing Guide
| Mat Type | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard single-piece mat | 15-30 mins | £60 |
| Large or shaped mat | 30-45 mins | £60 |
| Multi-piece modular mat | 45 mins-1 hr | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour). Includes unpacking, positioning, and basic flattening.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ New home office - protect floors from day one
✅ Chair wheels sticking - carpets or rugs making rolling difficult
✅ Carpet wear - dents from chair wheels getting worse
✅ Hard floors - scratches or noise from chair movement
Why Choose Us for Chair mat placement in Exeter?
Positioned for full desk coverage
Smooth rolling surface created
Floor protection in place
Properly aligned and flat
What to Expect
Step 1: Unpack & Check
I remove all packaging and protective films (you'd be surprised how many people leave the plastic on). Check the mat for damage.
Step 2: Position Correctly
Place the mat to cover your full rolling area. If it has a lip for under the desk, that goes in the right place. Oriented for your specific setup.
Step 3: Flatten & Secure
Deal with any curling from packaging. Add gripper pads if the mat slides. Make sure it's completely flat with no trip hazards.
🔧 DIY Tips
Positioning your own chair mat? Here's what to know:
🔧 What you'll need
- The mat (obviously)
- Possibly: gripper pads, weights for corners, or a heat gun for stubborn curves
📏 Positioning basics
- Full coverage: Mat should extend at least 30cm beyond your furthest reach
- Lip orientation: If there's a lip, it goes UNDER your desk, not away from it
- Centered: Position the mat center where you sit most, not where your desk center is
- Clear of door swings: Make sure doors can still open over it
🔨 Flattening techniques
- Sun method: Leave in direct sunlight for a few hours to warm and relax
- Reverse roll: If it's curled, roll it the opposite direction and leave overnight
- Weight method: Heavy books on corners for 24 hours
- Heat gun: Very gentle heat on stubborn curves (careful not to melt!)
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Mat too small for actual rolling area
- Lip facing wrong direction (away from desk instead of under it)
- Leaving protective plastic film on (makes it slippery and defeats the purpose)
- Not securing on hard floors (slides around constantly)
💡 Pro trick: For mats on hard floors, stick small felt pads on the BOTTOM at each corner. Stops sliding but won't damage your floor. Much better than those suction cups some mats come with.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 Setting up a full office? Mat placement makes sense as part of a complete setup - after desk assembly, before cable management. Everything flows better done in the right order.
Carpet vs hard floor mats: These are different products. Carpet mats have cleats/spikes underneath to grip. Hard floor mats are smooth both sides. Using the wrong type won't work properly.
Shaped mats: Some mats are T-shaped or L-shaped to match desk configurations. These need more careful positioning but give better coverage for complex setups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Isn't placing a chair mat just... putting it on the floor?
Pretty much, but positioning matters more than you'd think. It needs to cover your full rolling area, be oriented correctly (lip under the desk if it has one), and lie completely flat. I also trim the protective plastic edging if needed and make sure it's not creating a trip hazard.
Do I need to buy the mat myself?
Yes - you buy the mat based on your floor type (carpet vs hard floor) and desk size. I position it properly and sort out any issues. If you want advice on what size to get, I'm happy to help.
My mat keeps sliding around on the hard floor - can you fix that?
Yes - usually needs proper gripper pads or adhesive backing. Some mats come with them, some don't. I can advise what you need and fit them if required. A sliding mat defeats the whole purpose.
The mat won't lie flat and has a curve from packaging - can you help?
That's common with rolled mats. Sometimes they need warming (sunlight or gentle heat) to relax, or weights on the corners for a day. I can show you how to get it flat, or come back to position it once it's settled if needed.
Do you assemble those mats that come in multiple pieces?
Yes - some mats are modular tiles that click together. I'll assemble them in the right configuration for your desk and chair setup. Takes a bit longer than a single-piece mat but the principle's the same.
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