I've had one for more than a year. I love it! I do use steam in my iron though. It makes the seams and blocks lay SO much flatter. I held off for a while because of the cost but it is well worth the investment. I'm actually considering buying the larger wool mat now which is $80 at one of the LQS. However, don't toss your matt on the floor if you have cats. They think it's a fantastic scratch pad.