Are different casters needed for carpet versus hard floor surfaces?

Yes — caster type matters for floor protection and ease of rolling. Hard-floor casters (typically softer urethane or rubber wheels) roll smoothly and protect wood, tile, or LVT from scratching. Carpet casters (typically harder plastic wheels with a slightly larger diameter to roll over carpet fibers) require more force to start rolling on hard floors. Dual-wheel casters (two small wheels per caster position) work acceptably on both. If your office has mixed flooring, dual-wheel or soft urethane casters are a practical all-surface choice. Always verify caster compatibility with your flooring type when ordering — the wrong casters can scratch or indent flooring. FindOfficeFurniture.com — 888-719-4960.