The 5 Best Self Healing Cutting Mats
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Self Healing Cutting Mats
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For this post, I have put together a collection of the best self healing cutting mats available for purchase.
UPDATED: May 17, 2021.
The cutting mat is the unsung hero of the architecture and crafting world, saving your table and providing an excellent work surface. To reduce potential damage, store your mat flat, out of any direct sun, do not iron on it, and keep it away from extreme temperatures.
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Whether you are building a model or creating your latest design inspiration you are sure to find a mat that suits your needs.
Since I think it is the most versatile, I have included only the 24" x 36" size but depending on your use, other dimensions are available.
So here is my list of The 5 Best Self Healing Cutting Mats.
Enjoy!
1. OLFA Self Healing Cutting Mat
The OLFA mat has a 1.5mm material thickness with a large 24” x 36” work surface.
Equipped with a double-sided design:
solid green on one side for general use.
grid lines with inches for measuring and cutting.
Equipped with a self-healing finish reseals surface cuts,
Designed to provide a continually smooth surface even after it has been used for cutting.
Note: for use only with rotary blades and blades; fixed-blade knives blade may damage mat.
2. US Art Supply Self Healing Cutting Mat
The US Art Supply mat features a five-ply self-healing construction for long-lasting durability.
Equipped with a 1/2" grid with 1/8" marks for measurement and alignment.
Includes 45-degree and 60-degree guides for increased versatility.
Features a reversible design that has grid markings on either side to have the option of a “cutting only” side.
Features diagonal lines for cutting guides.
Has a 24” x 36” work surface for a range of applications.
3. Fiskars Self Healing Cutting Mat
The Fiskars mat features a large 24" x 36" working area.
Features an extra-large mat area for a range of cutting and crafting needs.
Equipped with a self-healing surface that closes cuts in the mat to allow for a smooth long-lasting mat.
Includes a measuring grid on both sides means for measuring and aligning projects.
Equipped with 30, 45 and 60-degree bias lines make creating triangle and star shapes easy.
Includes a lifetime warranty.
4. Dahle Self Healing Cutting Mat
The Dahle mat features a 24" x 36" cutting surface for architectural or crafting projects.
Features a self-healing surface to increase the lifetime of the mat.
Equipped with a 1/8" (3mm) thick surface to protect the work surface from damage.
Comes with a 1/2" grid for quick and easy measurements and alignments.
5. Alvin Self Healing Cutting Mat
The Alvin mat features a 24" x 36" surface to allow for large projects.
Features an extra-large surface to allow for most crafting and sewing projects.
Equipped with easy-to-read measuring grid lines on both sides of the mat.
Features 30, 45, and 60-degree bias lines.
Equipped with a 3mm thick, non-stick surface.
I hope this list has been helpful, if I left out a self healing cutting mat you think is important, let me know in the comments below.
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Good luck!
Brandon Hubbard, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
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