4 Things to Know About Coiled Mousepad Creases

Permanent creases are likely The rubber backing “takes a set” after weeks or months of being coiled. Fabric follows, and the crease often becomes impossible to fully remove.

Rolling in reverse helps a little Rolling the pad in the opposite direction for a few days can reduce the crease slightly, but it rarely fixes it completely.

Heat can soften the rubber A hair dryer on low, applied to the crease, then laying the pad flat under books for a day can help. Never use an iron directly—it will melt the pad.

Prevention is the only reliable fix Store the mousepad flat, or roll it loosely with the fabric side out so the natural curve works with the pad, not against it.