I use a dry gathered bath scrubber. I don't remember what they are called, but even dollar tree has them. Theyare made from probably polyester but look like netting.They work pretty well.

I tried the eraser on my mat but it didn't help. Unfortunately, my mat is too big to fit in the tub. Now if I just had a swimming pool....

Just one other thought ---- i have found that a dull blade is often the culprit when i notice damage to my mats.

If your mat is too big to lay flat in the tub- where would you soak it? I think the chlorine in a swimming pool would not be good for it. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

I was just kidding about the swimming pool. I think you could use a child's wading pool or something similar. Naturally, I don't have one of those either. :)

Don't use the same lines to cut all time- Soon they will not self heal.

Also you have paid for both sides of the mat- so use both sides. You don't really need the lines- Use your ruler as your guide when cutting.

Evelyn

I wipe down my mats with a soapy, wet kitchen sponge with dish soap, then ripe with clean water. If I have batting stuck in the cutting lines I use one of those throw away credit cards we all get. Carefully rub it the length of the strip of batting. This works better when the mat is slightly damp. It cleans up beautifully. I try to reserve one of my old mats for cutting batting only as it does stick to the mat. I turn my mats around on a regular basis so I haven't had much problem with deep cut lines. I do prefer the green mats. I believe that is Omnigrid.

I JUST broke down and bought a new green Olfa 24x36 last week at JoAnns on sale 40%off and with my 10% off as well) because after 20 years of constant daily use, my old blue Olfa was beyond responding to my usual cleanings. I have made about 100 purses with fusible fleece and the fleece fibers were really getting stuck in the mat. It was used to death even before I started making purses, so I am retiring it gracefully. I didn't know about soaking it in vinegar and water, so I will give it a try. In any case, If it is just too far gone, I can always use it for just a work mat because all the markings are still clear. BTW, I bought Joann's 32x58 white mat, and every cut shows. It ISN'T for rotary cutters!! And, it wasn't cheap! So disappointed! I have it under my new mat because I don't have any other place to store it!

I heard some where, yo soak it in the bath tub. I have not had to do that yet.

I only use the lines on the mat are when I am trying to line up multiple strips for cross-cutting. I do not use the lines to determine where to cut my strips.