Do drafting chairs work with chair mats?

Yes — drafting chairs work well with chair mats, and a mat is recommended for both carpet protection and ease of rolling. For carpet surfaces, use a chair mat designed for carpet (with carpet anchoring cleats on the underside) — this makes rolling the drafting chair much easier than directly on carpet, which resists caster movement. For hard floors, a smooth-bottom mat protects the floor surface and can reduce caster noise and wear. Make sure the mat is large enough to accommodate the full sweep of the chair's movement in your workspace. Lip-style mats work well for most under-desk applications but note that a drafting chair is often not fully under a counter — choose mat size accordingly. FindOfficeFurniture.com — call 888-719-4960 for seating advice.