'Refreshing' a cutting mat
#13
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I have a 24x72 mat and I have no place big enough to dip it. Also, it is attached by four screws so I can't use the back as the screws stick out. I don't need to replace it yet; I'm thinking in the future right now. I guess that kid's wading pool could work. Where do you find a mushroom brush? In a grocery store?
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#18
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Location: Missouri
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My favorite mat has an ironing surface on one side and cutting mat on the other. I am wondering if I can lay a wet towel soaked in vinegar and water on it to refreshen the mat. Has anybody done this ... and how well did it work out?
#19
Before you toss the old one, think about this...I have two & just sent for a new one myself, but I use the top to cut fabric and the back to roll bread/pastry dough on. Then I wash it again real good so it doesn't get brittle. It contains the flour mess, is easy to scrape off & can even be used with cookies cutters without damage!
#20
Never heard of this before, I have an OLFA mat and it has very few marks on it after all these years of cutting. The first mat I had before I knew how to use a rotary cutter properly did have some gouges. Guess I won't try this yet, as I'm thinking "if it's not broken don't try to fix it". Please post how you make out with your experiments.
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