Questions and answers
Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mats
14 questions customers have asked about this product, with our answers.
£38.05 ex. VAT
General
What makes this cutting mat self-healing?
The self-healing surface prevents deep cuts and allows the mat to maintain a smooth cutting area over time.
Is the mat transparent enough to see a paper grid placed underneath?
Although the mats are translucent, they aren’t clear enough for a grid to be easily visible underneath. For that purpose, our Clear Self-Healing Cutting Mat is the better option.
Is this cutting mat suitable for industrial environments?
Yes, this cutting mat is designed for warehouses, packaging areas, and workbenches in industrial settings.
Can I use this mat with a rotary cutter?
Yes, it is compatible with rotary cutters, scalpels, and Stanley knives.
How thick are the cutting mats?
The mats are 4.5mm thick and are lightly textured and anti-glare
Are heavy-duty cutting mats suitable for craft and fabric cutting?
Yes — these heavy-duty cutting mats are suitable for rotary cutters, scalpels and Stanley knives, so they are suitable for craft and fabric cutting as well as industrial work.
Can workbench cutting mats be cut to a custom size?
Yes — our Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mats can be cut to the size you need. They are designed as a customisable solution for industrial workbench and cutting environments.
Which side of the Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mat should face up?
Use the smooth side uppermost as the working surface.
Are Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mats suitable to cut on either side?
Yes — Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mats can be cut on either side. They are reversible, with one rough side and one smooth side.
Can the Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mat be cut to a custom size?
Yes — Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mats can be cut to a custom size. We can cut them to size with a CNC machine, or a CAD file is required for custom shape cutting.
Are Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mats suitable for leathercraft with rotary cutters and scalpels?
Quite a few customers order our Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mat for exactly this. It is opaque, but you can still see the grid underneath if needed, and it is suitable for use with a rotary cutter.
Are you able to supply a large Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mat for a table that is 220 x 88 cm?
Yes — we can. The closest standard size of our Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mat is 1220mm x 2440mm, and we can cut it to your required size free of charge.
Are the white Heavy Duty Workbench cutting mats double sided?
Yes — Heavy-Duty Workbench Cutting Mats are double sided. One side is slightly textured and is intended as the top side, but both sides can be used.
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How do I clean the cutting mat?
Simply wipe the surface clean with water or a mild detergent. The mat is resistant to most chemicals.