My previous mouse pad's rubber had been breaking down due to the oils and sweat and my palm pressure.
These things tend to do that.
I have added this one additional consideration on frequently touched devices that I own.
Got a mouse, bought the plastic finish version instead of the rubber finish one.
Got headphones, considering (-ing because that was the thing that made me start considering and I didn't consider it before) ear-pad replacement options.
Got a torch with a rubber-like cover: well that's an outdoor thing made for light rain, so hoping it is rugged enough.