How do I flatten my mouse pad?

KabirAhmad

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Jan 31, 2016
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I bought a mouse pad and unboxed it today. Its an extended mouse pad that measures in about 40cm, however its curled and isn't flat. Ive put books on it over night but it hasnt helped much. Its really starting to bug me; do any of you guys have any solutions to fix this problem?
Should I iron it?

Picture: http://imgur.com/VWuVkHk

Many thanks
 
You could place in the sun (or somewhere else to warm it), then place heavy objects on it for a bit. Time and use will also help flatten it.

I had a similar issue with a large mouse pad (Razer product) when I purchased it and this is how I sorted it out.
 


If it's cloth just iron it and/or place a heavy object (I used a stack of schoolbooks) on top of it for an hour or so. Mine (Steelseries QCK mini) is now flat.
 
My Kingston Fury XL mousepad wasnt quite as bad, as they rolled it really well, but it still curled on the edges.
Use and time were the two best things for it to flatten out (perfect now).
Leaving it flat in the sun helps alot, as does putting weight on one end and pulling it slightly taught before putting weight on the other end.