hobbykat1955

I have that one because it goes with the table..I just recently had to turn it around and start cutting on the other side but mine is still fine and I've had it abt 4 yrs.

pattypurple

That mat is on sale for 50% off until Sat. I just replaced mine. The first one lasted probably 10 years. I haven't noticed that the white one is any harder on blades than the green one.

Lady Crafter

I don't like the white ones. They don't seem to be "self-healing. I've had a gray Fiskars for several years and love it. I don't use the lines on the mat to measure.

emc1118

I won't tell how old my mat is. (shy of 20 years) It is the original from when I first started using rotary cutter and mat. Must be I am not using it near enough if you are replacing after several years. I rotate it for different projects and do not use the markings for the most part. I think it is due to be replaced soon though, before I start my next big project.

GGinMcKinney

To recycle I would cut it up to use for bottoms/bases in purses or totes. Of course, I would make a fabric cover for it.

Quilter Lois

You might try refreshing your mat by wrapping a block of wood with a medium grit sandpaper and seeing if it will smooth it, then if it does, use a finer grit to get it smooth. I have done that and it has worked for me. My mat was 20+ years and still working fine until I warped it. Then I cut it into pieces and used it for other things.

soccertxi

What a great idea!

familyfun

This is a excellent idea... Thanks

familyfun

I just may try this before I start cutting it up
Thanks for the tip

gypsyquilter

i would just turn it over and get some more years out of it :-)