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Chair Glides vs Tennis Balls for School Chairs

Compare the three floor-protection options we offer and choose the one that best matches your classroom furniture and purchasing priorities.

Quick comparison

Recycled balls, new balls, or DuraGlides?

Feature	Recycled Precut Balls	New Precut Balls	DuraGlides
Best for	Value and reuse	Uniform color and new material	Low-profile, latex-free glide
Appearance	Traditional recycled yellow tennis balls	Black, gray, or blue	Gray nylon body with felt bottom
Installation	Push Y-cut ball over chair foot	Push straight-cut ball over chair foot	Snap two halves around compatible chair base
Fit information	Chair/desk legs up to 1¼ inches	Approximately 1¼-inch straight cut	7/8 to 1¼ inch chair bases
Latex-free	No	No	Yes
Starting order	32 balls	32 balls	60-count package

Recycled

You want the lowest per-ball pricing, a familiar tennis-ball solution, and a Y-shaped cut designed for a snug fit.

New

You want new material and a consistent black, gray, or blue appearance across the classroom or facility.

DuraGlides

You want a low-profile snap-on glide, molded felt, and a latex-free alternative to tennis-ball products.

Tell us what type of chair base you have and what matters most—price, color, latex-free materials, or appearance.