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Matte (ribbed) or glossy finish

Choosing the finish, not the size and not the thickness - we help you decide when which option wins.

  • Same thickness, different surface
  • The matte finish reduces light reflections
Count the priceGlass table mat
Transparent flexible glass table protector

How much does a mat for your table cost?

Just enter the dimensions - the price will appear immediately. You can choose the details in the calculator.

Thickness

Matt finish for glass and lacquered surfaces. Also known as a textured or ribbed protector.

€60.48
per piece, incl. VAT · delivery counted in the basket
Adjust and order using the calculatorHow to measure a countertop?
  • We cut to the nearest centimeter
  • 5 free Ø10 cm coasters
  • Destination delivery shown at checkout (€1,000,000.00)

What is the difference between gloss and matte?

Same material thickness, different surface.

The gloss finish has a smooth, transparent surface - the countertop underneath can be seen exactly as it looks.

A matte finish, sometimes called grooved, has a slightly rough surface that diffuses light and reduces the visibility of small scratches and reflections.

Comparison of glossy and matte finishes
CharacteristicGlossMatt
TransparencyFull as glassSlightly scattered
Visibility of scratchesHigherLower
Light reflectionsClearLimited
Price per m²€39.00 (1.5 mm gloss) / €43.00 (2.0 mm gloss)€42.00 (1.5 mm matt (anti-glare))

When checkmate wins

Six situations in which a matte finish works well.

  • Glass top

    Reduces the "spill water effect" visible on shiny glass.

  • A desk with a monitor

    Less light reflections from the screen.

  • Sunny place

    Diffused light instead of clear glare.

  • The top is very shiny

    Reduces the contrast between prints and a clean surface.

  • Want less visible scratches

    The matte surface masks minor scratches.

  • Lower gloss finish

    Aesthetically closer to matte kitchen countertops.

What stays the same

Finishing does not affect these features.

Protection against flooding

Identical in both finishes - it is the same material thickness.

Scratch resistance

The material itself is equally durable, only the visibility of scratches differs.

Assembly method

Both finishes lie freely on the countertop, without gluing.

The choice of finish is an aesthetic decision, not a compromise in protection.

What the finish doesn't change

Two things that remain independent of the choice of matt/gloss.

The finish does not affect the thickness - this is a separate decision, described in comparison of 1.5 mm and 2 mm, where 1.5 mm matt (anti-glare) is the same thickness as 1.5 mm gloss, only in the mat.

It also does not affect the shipping price or delivery time - if you are looking for details about use on glass, see mat for a glass table.

Your choice of finish can be changed in the calculator at any time before placing your order.

Price difference

For sample sizes, thickness 1.5 mm gloss/1.5 mm matt (anti-glare).

Price difference between glossy and matte finish
Size1.5 mm gloss1.5 mm matt (anti-glare)Difference
70 × 120 cm€32.76€35.28+€2.52
90 × 160 cm€56.16€60.48+€4.32
Circle Ø 100 cm€44.00€47.00+€3.00

You can check the price for your own size in calculator, and you will find measurement instructions here.

This is what it looks like for our clients

Real photos from the project - without retouching.

  • Christmas setting on an unfolded oak table; the tabletop under the red napkins is protected by a transparent mat
  • A hand lifts the corner of a transparent mat from a light oak table; there is a jar of preserves next to it
  • A narrow console made of dark, polished wood covered with soft glass, against a white wall
  • Garden bench made of teak slats under a transparent mat; a hand holds its corner
  • A chest of drawers made of wood and rattan - a mat on the top, soap, a lantern and a flower pot next to it
  • Hand tilts the corner of the mat from a dark table with a frosted glass top and a rattan tray in the center
  • Bright table top on white legs with mat gloss; a cast iron radiator in the background
  • White countertop with a bowl of apples and pears; hand smoothes the edge of the clear overlay
  • Fingers lift the thin mat over the cream placemat on the oak table - you can see how pliable it is
  • A kitchen table with a dark stripe in the middle, with a baguette and butter on it; tabletop under soft glass
  • Metal bowl with oranges on an oak countertop; next to the mat there is a bottle of window cleaner
  • Breakfast on a long table with a graphite stripe: water, glasses, notebook - everything on the mat
  • Graphite table in the living room with a white orchid and round placemats, top under a mat
  • Kitchen table with six gray chairs; there is still a tag on the mat that has just been unfolded
  • Corner of an oak chest of drawers with a decorative tray; the hand holds the edge of the clear overlay
  • Round metal mesh garden table - mat covers umbrella pole
  • A mat on a round table on the terrace, a glass of drink in the middle, pots of flowers around
  • Garden table made of wooden slats; the hedge and sky are reflected in the mat
  • A hand slipped under a transparent mat lying on a light wooden countertop
  • A round table with a mosaic top on the terrace, a crassula flower pot on the mat
  • A mat spread on a striped tablecloth protects the fabric on the dining room table
  • Extendable table in light wood with a large blue carboy; tabletop under soft glass
  • A hand lifts the corner of a mat from an anthracite slatted table, metal trays stand nearby
  • Transparent mat on a crochet tablecloth - the lace pattern can be seen through the overlay
  • Flower pot with a flower on the table; the mat lies on the tablecloth, in the background there is a shelf with books
  • An oak table with purple placemats and cookbooks; the edge of the mat protrudes beyond the countertop
  • Close-up of the edge of the table: the thin edge of the mat ends flush above the wood
  • Knotted wood extendable table with fruit basket; two leather chairs on the carpet
  • Terrace with barbecue and stone statue; a table on a black frame covered with a transparent mat
  • Terrace table top from above: the mat reflects the evening sky, next to it is an ashtray
  • A gray stained table with a cactus on wooden placemats, quilted chairs around
  • The fingers hold the corner of the mat on the oak countertop - when held up to the light you can see the thickness of the material
  • Bright table in the living room with wooden containers; the mat reflects light from the window
  • Small cream table in the kitchen with tiles; there is a mat on the counter and pots of geraniums in the window
  • A narrow, bright table in the hall: a red tabletop pattern under the mat, a brass bowl on top
  • Light oak kitchen table; the door to the garden is reflected in the mat
  • Dark console with wenge in the living room, countertop under a transparent mat, terracotta on the floor
  • The hand lifts the edge of the mat; next to a bowl of fruit, catkins in a vase and an astronaut figurine
  • The corner of an oak table from above: a basket of bananas and a jar, a blue sheen can be seen in the edge of the mat
  • White desk with lamp and pegboard on the wall; the top is protected by a transparent cover
  • A child at a white table with mustard chairs; the edge of the mat runs along the edge of the countertop
  • A table with a white top and a gray strip of concrete: a cup of tea and a remote control lie on the mat
  • Bright chest of drawers with metal floral decoration and tulips; table top covered with soft glass
  • Kitchen peninsula with a marble-patterned countertop - a bowl of apples and pears stands on a mat

Questions about matte and glossy finishes

Does a matte finish protect better?
Not better, just different - it protects in the same way, but masks the visibility of scratches.
Is matte more expensive than gloss?
The price depends on the thickness, not the finish itself - check the current prices in the calculator.
Is it possible to change the finish after ordering?
Before shipping, yes - just contact us, after cutting, changes are no longer possible.
Is frosted glass more frosted than regular frosted glass?
This is a separate product - matte PVC mat has a different texture than frosted glass, but a similar optical effect.
Which variant is better for a desk with a monitor?
Matte - reduces light reflections from the screen.
Does finishing affect delivery time?
No, we cut both variants at the same time.

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