3 Things to Know About Mousepads for Rough Wood

Choose rubber over silicone or foam Silicone needs a smooth surface to grip and will wander on uneven wood. Foam is too compressible and rocks on bumps. Rubber conforms to irregularities and stays put.

Look for a textured, anti-slip base A natural rubber or grippy bottom bites into the wood. A little weight from the pad helps it stay in place.

Avoid thin or unstitched pads Super-thin rubber mats curl at the edges. A 3–5mm pad with a stitched edge is ideal for stability.