FOR-MATS Series: "Motion Picture Film Formats" - Desk / Camera Cart Mat

This desk mat serves as a professional-grade workspace foundation, doubling as a high-precision reference guide for film gauges. Whether you are assembling a cinema rig on a camera cart or finalizing a color grade in your NLE, this mat protects your gear while keeping cinematic history at your fingertips.

Engineered for Every Stage of Production

This versatile work surface is built to handle the rigorous demands of the film industry, from the prep floor to the edit suite:

• On-Set Camera Cart: Provides a non-slip, protective layer for expensive glass and camera bodies during builds.
• The Workbench: A durable surface for cleaning sensors, swapping mounts, or organizing accessories and tools.
• The Post-Production Desk: Enhances your editing bay with a smooth mousing surface and a functional aesthetic that celebrates the craft of celluloid.

A Masterclass in Film Gauges

The mat features a detailed, scaled reference of the most iconic film formats in history, serving as a quick visual guide for aspect ratios and resolution potential:

• Indie & Amateur Roots: Visualizes the compact frames of 8mm and Super 8, the formats that launched a thousand indie careers.
• Professional Standards: Includes the industry-standard 16mm and 35mm gauges, providing a scale reference for the grain and texture of classic Hollywood.
• Large Format Grandeur: Features the "grand scope" of 65mm and 70mm, perfect for filmmakers who appreciate the high-resolution power of the world’s largest stocks.

Professional Build Quality

• Non-Slip Performance: A heavy-duty rubber or neoprene backing ensures the mat stays anchored to your DIT cart or desk, even during fast-paced gear swaps.
• Gear Protection: The soft, cushioned surface safeguards your lenses and camera bodies from scratches and impacts while working on hard surfaces.
• Durable & Spill-Resistant: Designed to withstand the "coffee-fueled" environment of a long edit or a dusty location shoot, with easy-to-clean materials.

Product features

- Non-slip neoprene backing keeps the mat firmly in place

- Versatile surface for typing, writing, crafting, or working

- Vibrant, high-resolution print

- Durable hemmed edges prevent fraying and extend lifespan

- Available in three sizes to fit small to large workspaces

Care instructions

- Use warm water and dish soap to clean spots off your pad. It's not necessary to soak the whole pad. For hard-to-clean spots use a soft-bristled brush.