Hey GHers! I'm starting this IC because I think there is a need for a desk mat made specifically with keyboard enthusiasts in mind as well as gamers. We all know that keyboards and wrist rests have the tendency to move around sometimes - even with rubber feet on them. The rubber section of the Battle Mat will ensure your gear stays in place with its thick heavy duty rubber surface. The rubber is also easy to clean which gives it great utility if you are a vaper or just like to set beverages on your desktop. The mousepad section uses the same heavy duty rubber as a base, but it is topped with a thin layer of plastic (or cloth) for maximum mouse maneuverability. This product is basically intended to be a great keyboard mat and mousepad combined into one large desk mat. The rubber should do a better job at holding gear in place than cloth desk mats.
The logo is an old Han Chinese character connected with competition, striving for victory, and battle. It will be printed in the upper right hand corner, upside down for the left hand version.
The dimensions will be 88cm x 36cm (about 35in x 14in) total. The rubber section will be 54cm x 36 cm, and the mousepad section will be 34cm x 36cm. After some testing with different keyboard sizes, I have found this to be an optimal size for both sections and the mat as a whole. That being said I will still listen to and appreciate input on the dimensions, logo, and materials.
Right now, I would like this to be a high quality, Made in the USA desk mat. However, that may prove to be cost prohibitive in the end if there is not enough interest. I may have to consider overseas manufacturing in that case. The bottom line is I would like the price to end up somewhere in the $25-30 range.
If you would be interested in such a product, please let me know by posting in this thread.
Thank You!
