5 Things to Know About Humidity and Cloth Mousepads

High humidity slows cloth mousepads Moisture in the air gets absorbed by fabric fibers, causing them to swell and create more friction. Your mouse will feel like it’s dragging through mud.

Cheap pads are hit hardest Untreated cloth pads absorb moisture easily. High-end pads with coatings resist humidity better but still get impacted.

Humidity can change performance overnight A humid room can turn a fast, slick pad into a slow, sticky one in hours.

Hard pads are the fix for humid climates Plastic, glass, or metal mousepads are unaffected by moisture and provide consistent glide.

A dehumidifier helps Running one in your workspace keeps cloth pads from absorbing excess moisture.