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08-24-2011, 09:48 AM

#11

patski

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Originally Posted by JANEM100

I have a problem with my cutting boards getting so marked from use that the rotary cutter skips spots. I kept thinking it was the blade but I am now thinking I may need a new board. They are so expensive, except when you have Joann's 50%, that there may be some way to rejeuvanate the board. Anyone with any suggestions? JANE100

you can soak the cutting board in water and white vinegar, use a soft brush (like a mushroom brush) let it soak for about an hour rinse and let dry makes it like new!!

08-24-2011, 09:49 AM

#12

JANEM100

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That's an idea I hadn't heard of. I will try it.
Thanks
JANEM

08-24-2011, 09:51 AM

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WOW what an idea. I wil have to try it. Thanks JANEM100

08-24-2011, 10:31 AM

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snipforfun

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I am guesing your cutting board is white! Go with the Olfa green one when the sale comes up again.

08-24-2011, 10:41 AM

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wraez

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I don't know how old your cutting mats are but when you get a new one be sure to clean off all the lint-fabric-threads that get imbedded when you use your rotary cutter.

Using wet or damp cloth is good, but also bend the mat a bit to expose those bits that get imbedded and remove them.

I had my cutting mat for 8 yrs, using both sides, before I had to replace it. Taking even better care now.

08-24-2011, 06:04 PM

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patski

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Originally Posted by JANEM100

That's an idea I hadn't heard of. I will try it.
Thanks
JANEM

Heard it on Fons and Porter

08-25-2011, 02:28 AM

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arizonagirl

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Originally Posted by JANEM100

I got a Fiskas 24 x 36 double sided mat at walmart a couple of months ago for around $30. There is a grid on both sides.

08-25-2011, 02:40 AM

#18

Gramof6

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I use a sticky roller for lint removal on my Olfa Mat and it does a great job at cleaning out the little cracks so it can mend itself. It is the green cutting mat by Olfa. Have had it for over 10 yrs.

08-25-2011, 02:53 AM

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misscarol

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Originally Posted by bearisgray

Those are good suggestions.

Sometimes, though, it is just plain worn out and one has to get a new one.

Just had to replace my mat. I was just worn out :?

08-25-2011, 03:12 AM

#20

brushandthimble

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I TRY to use a different areas; also I recently replaced my smaller boards with the Fisker? two in one as they are gridded on both sides. I also like the way my cutter goes across this brand.

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Originally Posted by donnajean

I do use the ruler girds on the cutting board along with those on ruler. I just try to switch to different locations on the mat when cutting & turn the board occassionally so that I'm not always cutting on the same lines. Kind of how I try to sleep in different location on my queen size mattress so that it does not get a sunken area in one place.