STAPLES Office Chair Mat with Lip, 48 x 36 in, for Flat-Pile Carpet

The STAPLES Office Chair Mat with Lip is a clear vinyl mat listed for flat-pile carpet, with a lip for added coverage beneath a desk. Its listed dimensions are about 47.5 by 35.5 inches, and the manufacturer says it is intended for carpet up to 1/8 inch thick, including padding.

At a glance

Lip shape extends floor coverage under the desk.
Clear vinyl is intended to show the floor beneath it.
Rounded AnchorBar cleats are described as gentle on carpet and hands, without sharp spikes.
The listing claims GREENGUARD Gold Certified material and manufacture in the USA.

Price

$31.49Save 10%

Reference price: ~~$34.99~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The lip provides extra coverage beneath the desk compared with a mat without that extension.
The stated carpet limit gives buyers a specific fit criterion: flat-pile carpet up to 1/8 inch thick including padding.
Clear vinyl allows the carpet's appearance to remain visible.

Cons

The intended use is limited to flat-pile carpet within the stated thickness limit, so it is not presented as a general mat for other floor types or thicker carpet.

Technical specifications

7 specifications

Identity
Brand	STAPLES

Dimensions and installation
Form factor	Flat Pile
Dimensions listed	47.5"L x 35.5"W x 0.25"Th
Weight listed	3 pounds

Materials and protection
Material listed	Vinyl
Recommended surface	Carpet
Maximum carpet thickness claimed	1/8" thick (including padding depth)

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Confirm that your carpet and padding together do not exceed 1/8 inch. The listing gives a 36'' x 48'' size as well as product dimensions of 47.5"L x 35.5"W x 0.25"Th, so the stated size and measured dimensions are inconsistent.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Office chair users with flat-pile carpet up to 1/8 inch thick including padding.
Buyers who want a clear vinyl mat with a lip extending beneath a desk.

Less suited to

Rooms with carpet thicker than the stated limit or floor surfaces other than carpet, based on the stated intended use.

STAPLES Office Chair Mat with Lip, 48 x 36 in, for Flat-Pile Carpet · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.1 / 5 · 846 ratings

5 stars66%66%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars7%7%
2 stars4%4%
1 star12%12%

Only aggregate ratings are provided, with no customer-comment summary. The distribution is weighted toward five-star ratings, but a notable one-star share means overall scores alone cannot show which aspects buyers liked or disliked. They also do not establish how well this mat performs on a particular carpet.

Frequently asked questions

What carpet is this mat intended for?

The listing specifies flat-pile carpet up to 1/8 inch thick, including padding depth. Check the full carpet-and-padding thickness before buying.

What size is the mat?

The listing gives a nominal size of 36'' x 48'' and product dimensions of 47.5"L x 35.5"W x 0.25"Th. These measurements are inconsistent, so confirm the size in the selected listing.

Does it have a lip?

Yes. The product title and feature text describe a lip for extended coverage under a desk.

Is the mat clear?

The listing describes it as clear vinyl, intended to let the floor show through.