Originally Posted by
Lori S
I must be hard on cutting mats. I find I have to replace mine about every three years. I know keeping a really sharp blade keeps them from getting deep grooves.. but it one of those pay for lots of blades or pay for new mats... it all seems to work out to be the same in the end.
I agree - I know I am VERY HARD on mats.......my large OLFA was worn out ( deep grooves with fabric pieces stuck in them ) after about 2 years of infrequent use..........and I do change my blades often ( was using OLFA blades then.......
SO - I SWITCHED - i use only Martelli blades ( they stay so much sharper for so much longer, and I get packs of 10 when they are on sale for 50% off) and I bought two of their mats ( they yellow and purple ones).....have used both quite a bit more than the OLFA for about 3 years now, and neither one has the first "groove" ....both are like brand new...........I got each when Martelli had their REDLINE on line sale for 50% off - so price was more than comparable with Olfa, etc.............I am really pleased with both these blades and these mats.