I had no idea I was supposed to soak my mat! Trying it now

I'm doing mine for the first time today. Just wondered how often I SHOULD be doing it. Or if it will really make a difference or not. Not sure how long it will take to dry, but I don't plan on cutting anything this week anyway so I figure it will be fine.

Never heard of soaking the mat--thanks for sharing!!

Already dry.......feels good. Next time I cut, I'll see if it helped.

I did this a few times... did not see any difference.

I have a June Taylor mat and ironing board which is desperate for a clean and a soak. Will it ruin the glue.?

Me either...My last mat was pitiful before I replaced it. So I decided with the new one I would take better care. I can't tell a difference at all after soaking.

I'm certainly going to try this before I replace my well used mat!

Well! Who knew? I am going to at least wipe mine down. Don't think I have anyplace big enough to soak it.

Same here, didn't notice any difference. What is the purpose? Hydration? Didn't do anything to improve the mat.