What's the best way to cut it to length? How clean do the cut ends look?
2070441
I use a single edge razor blade or X-Acto knife. The cut tips will be black, so you plan to have the tips end up touching another surface that hides the tip. The cut ends will look as good as you are able to cut them, so take your time. Wipe the surface with lint-free rag and rubbing alcohol first to be certain it is clean before peeling of the red tape and applying. Use a metal yardstick held by masking tape to the car as a guide to run the molding along straight sections. It will make 90 degree turns if the molding is warmed with a hair dryer first, as long as the surface is clean to make a good bond. I use a single edge razor blade or X-Acto knife. The cut tips will be black, so you plan to have the tips end up touching another surface that hides the tip. The cut ends will look as good as you are able to cut them, so take your time. Wipe the surface with lint-free rag and rubbing alcohol first to be certain it is clean before peeling of the red tape and applying. Use a metal yardstick held by masking tape to the car as a guide to run the molding along straight sections. It will make 90 degree turns if the molding is warmed with a hair dryer first, as long as the surface is clean to make... » Read More I use a single edge razor blade or X-Acto knife. The cut tips will be black, so you plan to have the tips end up touching another surface that hides the tip. The cut ends will look as good as you are able to cut them, so take your time. Wipe the surface with lint-free rag and rubbing alcohol first to be certain it is clean before peeling of the red tape and applying. Use a metal yardstick held by masking tape to the car as a guide to run the molding along straight sections. It will make 90 degree turns if the molding is warmed with a hair dryer first, as long as the surface is clean to make a good bond. « Show Less
2070442
Well owning a newer Corvette, I wanted it to come out clean and smooth which it did, I used a Razor Knife, and a semi-flat surface, it cuts easily and the ends look nice & clean. I found it to be a very easy Project, and the cut pieces are still on the surface , no problem adhering.
2070443
They are easy to cut with utility knife or sharp shears. The end cuts are clean and could be cut on angle.
2070444
I'm answering a couple of questions , Cutting requires a sharp and safe to use razer cutter like a box knife or similar. How the ends look depends on the person cutting it and the type of cuts you make. Some people cut into a point which is the easiest , cutting into other dhapes is difficult, but not impossible. The width caught me by suprise , I expected it to be wider , but it still worked out for me.
1497074
My husband cut it with a SHARP utility knife. No problems with edges coming undone or fraying. Cut fairly easy for us.
171941
I have been wondering the same thing I imagine you would have to cut it to the desired length with a grinder or saw that would cut it without damaging it.
2075420
Mine are like that too. I've seen people are cutting theirs. I left mine as-is but mine is not wrapping around the bottom. Personally I'd rather it be too long than too short.
1730286
I've found that pulling it taut and cutting it 1 layer at a time helps but there are still some stragglers. I usually just cut it folded as is and rinse the ends so they don't end up in whatever I'm straining. :)
1983564
When you cut them cut 1/8 of an inch , that way it will still be slightly curved on both ends. It doesnt matter where you cut.
2094160
Cut yourself. I found the instructions showed a length 1/4" too short.Cut and try ONE 1st for best results.
171945
I had mine custom cut when I ordered it. Be sure that you have it cut the correct height for you personally. Perhaps someone with a saw can cut it for you. Just remove the tip, cut the necessary amount off, replace the tip and you're good to go.
2058906
They aren't very long, each of them are different. I mixed it up to look like a tree branch and it came out quite pretty. I would guess between 3 and 5 inches.
558369
I bought both a 5 foot and a 15 foot and cut them to the lengths I needed. Before I cut, I unrolled and re-rolled everything inside out so that when it was finally unrolled and laid on the floor it would lay flat. The cutting was easy. Measure twice and cut once. They work great.
1560426
Very carefully :). Seriously, though, use the measuring tape included with the Loop and then cut less than the measurements indicate. I made a total of 7 very small cuts before I was happy with the fit.
1794085
Dont wory, dont Know the exact length but it's long enough......you will need to cut it.
558370
These are made of a pliable foam/plastic type material. Although I have not tried to cut mine, I would probably use a power miter saw to do so for the cleanest cut. I'm sure it would cut with a utility knife (box cutter) as well.
270074
Yes I cut mine down a little as well, to make it fit. Be careful to get the length correct. If you cut it too short you are shall we say "screwed". Better to err on the long side as you can always cut off more. There is a small fudge factor involved. I used masking tape at the cut line to make sure I didn't scratch the finish, I got the brown-colored pole. Am happy with the purchase.
552555
You could do that with no problems. You would probably want to burn/melt the end you cut to keep it from fraying which isn't a big deal.
2097559
I think cutting it is best! That's why I do. I then just wrap it back up in the Saran Wrap so it stays nice and soft :)
48311
I cut them with a scissors then used a razor knife to trim them flat. Be careful a did cut myself doing this. My daughter thinks you could use an emery board.