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Funny Office Mouse Pad – The Rules of the Desk

Funny Office Mouse Pad – The Rules of the Desk

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Desk Pad With Attitude

Every office has rules nobody wrote down and everybody follows. This pad writes them down. Twelve numbered laws sit under a bold white headline and a red underline: this chair is mine, do not touch the pile, headphones on means gone, nothing is urgent before ten, and the one that matters most, go home on time. It is an employee handbook with a sense of humor and no HR department. Keep it under your mouse and every coworker who leans over to ask a question gets a polite, printed answer before you even look up from your screen. Nobody reads the company handbook, but everybody will read this, and only one set of rules on the desk will actually be enforced: yours.

Desk Setup & Style

We picked this one for the clean, no-nonsense layout. A bold white headline reads THE RULES OF THE DESK across a deep charcoal field, with a thick red rule underneath and the twelve laws set in three tidy columns of small capitals. It looks like a sign from a very honest workplace, and the dark background keeps it sharp under bright office lights or a glowing monitor. The type is small enough to feel official and big enough that people actually stop and read it, which is the entire joke. It works in a cubicle, a shared studio, a home office with a roommate who keeps wandering in, or any desk that needs boundaries. It suits office desks, gaming setups, student desks and laptop tables, and the smooth surface gives wired and wireless mice a steady glide.

Desk Gift Ideas

For the coworker who says no politely, the remote worker defending a corner of the kitchen table, and the manager who secretly agrees with every rule on here. It is a great Secret Santa gift, a promotion present, or a welcome-to-the-team joke that lands. Hand it over with a coffee and a straight face. They will keep it for years, and they will definitely quote number six. Hand it to the person who needs a policy for everything and wait for the first citation.

Pad Specs

  • Smooth, easy-to-clean surface for steady mouse gliding
  • Full-front, one-sided print in bright, intense color
  • Non-slip rubber base keeps the pad in place
  • High-density foam with an ultra-thin rubber backing
  • Slim 1/16-inch (1.58 mm) rectangular design with rounded corners
  • Size: 9 x 8 inches (23 x 20 cm)
  • Design: twelve numbered desk rules in white type on charcoal with a red underline

Care & Cleaning

Rule thirteen, unwritten: keep the pad clean. Spot clean it with warm water and a little dish soap, and use a soft-bristled brush on stubborn spots, like the ring left by a rule-breaking coffee cup. There is no need to soak the whole pad. Do it once in a while and the laws stay readable.

  • Spot clean with warm water and dish soap
  • Use a soft-bristled brush on stubborn spots
  • No need to soak the whole pad
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Shipping

Free shipping on every order to the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. Orders are processed within 7 business days. After that, delivery usually takes 5 to 25 business days, and some orders may take up to 30. Those are estimates, not guaranteed dates. See our Shipping Policy for full details.

Returns

Something wrong with your order? Damaged, misprinted, or the wrong item? Contact us and we’ll make it right. We can’t take back items for sizing or change of mind, so check the size guide before you order. See our Return Policy for the full rules and how to start a return.

Washing

  • Machine wash at 30°C (86°F) on a gentle cycle.
  • Turn it inside out and wash with like colors.
  • Use mild detergent. Don’t use bleach or fabric softener.
  • Wash dark colors and new pieces separately the first few times.

Drying

  • Tumble dry on low, or hang it to dry.
  • Take it out while it’s still slightly damp to cut down on wrinkles.
  • Don’t dry it on high heat.
  • Iron on low heat, and don’t dry clean.

Poster/Canvas Care

Care Instructions: Poster

Keep it out of direct sunlight, which fades ink over time. Hang it in a dry room, away from steam and damp. Dust it gently with a soft, dry cloth, and don’t spray or wipe it with liquid. For the longest life, put it under glass in a frame. Handle it by the edges, and store it flat or rolled loosely, never creased.

Care Instructions: Canvas

Keep it out of direct sunlight and away from heat vents and damp rooms. Dust the surface with a soft, dry cloth or a dry brush. Don’t use water, sprays or cleaners on the print. Hang it on a secure wall mount, and avoid pressing on the front of the canvas. If it’s stored, keep it upright and wrapped in a clean cloth, away from anything that could dent the front.

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