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    Old 02-23-2011, 08:34 PM
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    Let it soak in water and dry naturally.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 08:44 PM
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    Originally Posted by BellaBoo
    Remember if your mat is a self healing mat it needs to be refreshed once a year by letting it absorb water for a couple of hours and then dry naturally. It keeps the mat like new.
    Where do you get a self healing mat??
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    Old 02-23-2011, 08:56 PM
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    Glad this question was ask. I did not know to soak my mat or to use a scrubby to clean it. This has been added to my 2 do list.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 09:05 PM
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    I scrape mine with an old credit card.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 09:21 PM
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    Originally Posted by Craftygirl
    I'd like to do the soaking thing but don't have anything flat that is 24" x 36". What do others use please.
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    I use a kitchen scrubbie, ones you can pick up at a craft show made out of tulle. Especially when you cut up fleece and batting on your mat. I have never heard of the soaking in water, I will give that one a try. I have several mats that need a soakin'!!!
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    Old 02-23-2011, 10:35 PM
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    Here is Olfa's response to cleaning mats. I have used it often. And remember about distortion through heat!!!!

    "Fleece fibers are naturally attracted to your self-healing rotary mat. To clean your OLFA mat, use a generous amount of room temperature water and a few drops of mild detergent. Use a soft, mild bristle brush such as a toothbrush or mushroom brush to create a lather and gently clean your mat. Rinse with room temperature water and wipe dry with a cotton towel. Please note that warm or hot water and direct sunlight may damage the mat.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 11:20 PM
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    Originally Posted by BellaBoo
    Remember if your mat is a self healing mat it needs to be refreshed once a year by letting it absorb water for a couple of hours and then dry naturally. It keeps the mat like new.
    I did not know this! I learn something new every day on this board....thanks so much BellaBoo.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 11:26 PM
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    Very interesting. I would think that the water might warp it , I'll have to try that. Thanks for the info. I usually just use a wad of painters tape.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 11:33 PM
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    Learn something new every once in awhile.
    I have two mats. One is a bit warped. Can this be fixed?
    thanks
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