Many reviews on flexible cutting mats say they curl up &amp; don't stay flat after handwashing. Does this one remain flat after washed? Thank you!
1305538
After having mine for quite some time now I can report they have stayed flat. I have been 100 % happy with this purchase and use them all the time.
1104509
I have put them in the dishwasher and they come out curled and go flat again no problem. Have never rolled them though. Hope this helps!
2071897
The surface of these cutting mats is smooth. I haven't had any problems cutting vegetables, meat or fish. The problem I have is storage. I don't have a drawer space or an area where they can lay flat without something being on top.
1896231
I haven't washed it yet. Maybe ask the company? When I do wash, I'll probably swish in soapy water and let it dry. It twists together and if the dishwasher is very hot, it might warp some.
2207527
Hello! I've washed it in the dishwasher almost a dozen times and it seems to be fine. No distortion of shape or color. Love it so far!!
968238
Kim ~ I have always thrown mine in the washing machine with clorox.It does not lose it's shape or shrink; however, I do not put mine in the dryer.I have probably washed mine 20 times without any problems.
1663361
I have not rolled this mat. I store it flat in a large kitchen drawer and keep my dish towels and other items over it until needed.
859141
love this mat. have fiberglass tub and it stays perfectly. you can machine wash it if you like! will last years.
1165640
I have never flat ironed the hair but I occasionally comb it out to wear very big. When I wet the hair it always returns to its pretty curl pattern. I've had it in 6 wks now and do not plan on taking it out for another week. My only complaint is the shedding and tangling. Over all, good product!
1379082
As others have said, the answer is definitely "no"as the mat is plastic - not silicone. It does roll up, as others have stated, but I strongly prefer to store it flat. It makes it easier to use the next time as it has a memory when rolled. I started storing it behind a solid, case good piece of furniture: ie console or sideboard. That worked fine until someone suggested I put it on the dining room table under the pads and table cloth. If you happen to leave those in place, it is definitely the best option for me for this item. Storing flat also makes it so I have absolutely no problem with slipping. As it is large, I do have to tuck it under a few things on the counter just to fit it in place. That may be why I've never had any slipping issues. As I told another person who asked a question, I actually purchased this because it was so inexpensive compared to the $30 range for the silicone mats. It also has all the nice markings/measurements. I didn't intend to like it so even before I bought it, I had given myself the permission to just consider the price a loss and buy the silicone WHEN I disliked this mat. Then I got a big shock. I LOVE this mat!! I have a small, silicone mat that I've had for years so I do have some idea of the differences. Though I wouldn't use a sharpened knife on this mat, it if definitely much sturdier than silicone and therefore you can your a much larger number of gadgets without the fear of damaging the mat - especially since it is so much cheaper than the silicone. The absolute only pro I can come up with for the silicone is that it can be folded or balled up and wrapped with a rubber band to save space. This mat has a much longer list of pros for me anyway. I know that is much more than you asked, but I can't help running off at the mouth about this mat as I was so very shocked that I really love it. I can't imagine needing to purchase another mat, but if I did, I would definitely, without question get this mat again! Hope that helps.
157284
Typical gel mats do commonly curl so you must have a different mat. These mats are different and have a design with no-curl edges and stay-flat memory technology means they'll never curl and pose a trip hazard like other mats
266222
Mine came with instructions, and it is very specific that if they get cut (like with a utensil), they must be discarded. So I would assume that cutting in half would be a big no-no. They can be used over 400 degrees. Also cannot be put in the dishwasher, or even soaked in soapy. Just wipe them off with a soapy cloth or sponge then rinse. Store flat or rolled, never folded as this might crack the surface. I keep mine flat in a drawer under my dish towels. One note my sister told me, is that they will always feel and look like there is oil on the surface; this is normal. Just found this; I had wondered why you needed to avoid cutting. From Silpat website: "Do not cut the SILPAT as the fiberglass mesh particles might migrate into the food" Here is a link to the site; I learned quite a few things..... http://www.silpat.com/faq.html PS I would buy another pan. These things are great!
1551491
I washed mine multiple times with dish soap and water and left it out in the sun, this eventually fixed the problem for my mat. Try supplier Tasha Maydonik <tashamaydonik@gmail.com> (contact 6 months old)Square36
1744569
Mine was soft and is a little flat now. I plan on washing it and then putting it in the dryer to "fluff" it back up. I really like it because it doesn't bunch up.
549613
Christopher: I did not get the Whale mat, I got the Owl -- HOWEVER, I believe the company is the same. I have washed mine in machine. Living in Florida our mats tend toward slimey in a very short time. I wash on a delicate cycle and I hang to dry. It does wonderfully. I love this for my grandchildren...and for me....enjoy
260768
they are flexible. I feel that if they are temporally rolled then they will lie flat after. Prolong use rolled will result in them not maintaining their flat shape
328036
I gave the mat as a gift to my niece's daughter and she claims to have washed it and dried it in the machine and it came out good as new. Hope this is helpful.