Best Poker Mat 2026: How to Choose the Right Poker Table Mat

Cards that slide off the table, chips that roll away and players who can never quite reach the pot: most home games are played on a dining table that was never built for poker. A good poker mat fixes all of that in seconds. Roll it out, and any table becomes a casino-style playing surface with a soft, even feel and room for everyone. In this guide we explain how to choose the best poker mat for your game: which size fits your table and your group, rubber or felt, rectangular, oval or round, which designs we recommend and which accessories complete your setup.

Short answer: for most home games the best poker mat is a rubber mat of 180 × 90 cm. It fits a standard dining table, seats 2 to 10 players and has a water-repellent top with an anti-slip layer, so it stays in place all night. Our Poker Mat Luxury Green 180x90 is the classic all-rounder, the Poker Mat Standard Green 180x90 is the best value rubber mat, and for small tables or tight budgets the felt Poker Table Top Green 180x90 is the most affordable option in our range. Every mat comes with a carrying bag.

Why use a poker mat or poker table top?

A poker table mat (also called a poker game mat, poker felt or poker table top) is the easiest upgrade for a home game. It costs a fraction of a dedicated poker table, takes no extra space and turns your own table into a proper playing surface:

• Cards glide and are easy to pick up. A smooth, slightly cushioned surface makes dealing and pitching cards much easier than on wood or glass.
• Chips stack neatly. Stacks stay upright and chips do not slide or roll away.
• Your table is protected. The mat protects the top against scratches from chips and spilled drinks, because our rubber mats are water-repellent.
• It stays in place. An anti-slip layer on the underside keeps the mat where it is, even when players lean on it.
• It looks the part. Original casino patterns give the game a real casino feel.
• It is easy to store. After the game you roll it up and put it in the carrying bag that comes with every mat.

How to choose the best poker mat: size and number of players

Size is the most important choice. Measure your table first: the mat should cover most of the top without hanging far over the edge. Then check how many players you want to seat. These are the sizes in our range, with the number of players listed on each product page:

Our rule of thumb: for up to six players at a normal dining table, 180 × 90 cm is perfect. If you regularly play with eight to ten people, choose 200 × 100 or 220 × 100 cm so everyone has room for their stack and their cards. For a large table we also offer the Prestige Fields in 240 × 110 cm.

Rubber poker mat or felt poker table top?

We sell two types of mats. Most of our mats are made of rubber; the Poker Table Top is made of felt fabric.

If you play regularly, we recommend a rubber poker mat. The extra thickness makes cards easier to pick up and gives chips and cards the feel of a real poker table. The felt table top is a great start if you play now and then or want to keep your budget low.

Rectangular, oval or round poker mat?

Choose the shape that matches your table:

• Rectangular: fits most dining tables and offers the most playing space. Almost all of our sizes are rectangular.
• Oval: gives a rectangular table the look of a real casino poker table. Try the Poker Mat Royal Green Oval 180x90 or the Texas Green Oval 180x90.
• Round: made for round tables up to eight players, in Luxury Green or PRO Blue (Ø 120 cm).

The best poker mats in our range

All our rubber poker mats share the same basics: a water-repellent top, an anti-slip layer, original casino patterns and a carrying bag. The difference is in the design, the size and the shape. These are our favourites:

Best all-rounder: Poker Mat Luxury Green

The classic casino green. The Poker Mat Luxury Green 180x90 fits almost every dining table and is available from 160 × 80 up to 240 × 100 cm, so you can match it exactly to your table. Also available in red.

Best value: Poker Mat Standard

Want a rubber mat at the friendliest price? The Poker Mat Standard Green 180x90 offers the same anti-slip, water-repellent construction and is also available in black, red and blue.

Best for tournaments: Poker Mat Prestige Fields with numbers

The Poker Mat Prestige Fields 1-8 Numbers 180x90 has numbered seat positions, which makes seat draws and table management in a home tournament easy. For bigger fields there is a 1-10 version in 220 × 100 cm.

Best for large groups: Poker Mat Deluxe Black 220x100

A sleek black mat with room for up to 12 players. The Poker Mat Deluxe Black 220x100 is ideal for long tables and full ring games.

Most eye-catching designs: Prestige Blue and Diamonds

Want something other than green? The Poker Mat Prestige Blue 180x90 and the Diamonds mats in yellow or red give your table a distinctive premium look.

Most affordable: Poker Table Top Green

The felt Poker Table Top Green 180x90 is the easiest way to turn your table into a poker table without a big investment.

Compare all colours, sizes and current prices in your own currency in our poker mat collection.

Tips for setting up and caring for your poker mat

• Unroll it in time. A mat that has been rolled up for a while may need a little time to lie completely flat. Unroll it before your guests arrive.
• Store it rolled, not folded. Rolling prevents creases. Use the carrying bag to keep it clean and dust-free.
• Wipe up spills quickly. Our rubber mats are water-repellent, so a spilled drink can be dabbed up before it soaks in.
• Centre the mat. Place it in the middle of the table so every player has the same room for chips and cards.

Complete your setup

A poker mat is the foundation. Add these items for a complete poker night:

• Poker Set Monte Carlo Cash Game 500: a complete poker set with 500 chips for six to nine players. Read our guide to the best poker sets for more options.
• Poker Cards Poker Merchant Plastic Black 2 Index: plastic cards slide perfectly over a mat. See our guide to the best deck of playing cards for poker.
• Dealer Button Premium: shows clearly who deals and who posts the blinds.
• Chip Tray Rack 100 pcs Cover: keeps chips sorted next to the mat for the bank or the dealer.

Ready for the next step? The Foldable Poker Table Las Vegas (213 × 106 cm, 6 to 9 players plus a dealer) has an armrest, a built-in dealer chip tray and folding legs. See all poker tables.

Frequently asked questions

What size poker mat do I need?

For most dining tables and up to ten players, 180 × 90 cm is the best size. For small tables choose 140 × 70 or 160 × 80 cm, and for groups of up to twelve players 200 × 100 or 220 × 100 cm.

Does a poker mat slide on the table?

No. Our rubber poker mats have an anti-slip layer that keeps the mat in place during play.

Is a poker mat waterproof?

Our rubber mats are water-repellent, so a spilled drink does not soak in straight away. Dab it up quickly with a dry cloth.

What is the difference between a poker mat and a poker table top?

In our range, poker mats are made of thicker rubber with a cushioned feel, while the Poker Table Top is made of felt fabric and is the most affordable option.

Can I use a poker mat for other games?

A poker mat is printed for poker. For other casino games we also have a Blackjack Mat and a Roulette Mat in the same collection.

Our advice: start with 180 × 90 cm

Measure your table, count your players and choose a rubber mat for the best feel. For most home games the Luxury Green or Standard Green in 180 × 90 cm is the right choice, for big groups the 220 × 100 cm Deluxe Black and for round tables the Ø 120 cm round mat. Need chips as well? Our articles on poker chip values and the best poker sets help you choose.

Find the right one for your table in our collection of poker mats and poker table tops.