What is the best way to cut the mat to fot?
1679673
I only needed to cut one end. I used a pair of manual shrub cutters. (the kind used to trim small hedges less than 1 - 2" thick). They have to be very sharp and you will have to hold/ pull the Bosmere very tight while cutting it.
1679674
I used a very sharp scissor for the garden to cut this. It's a little tuff but I think it works fine. Probably a blade cutter would be successful too. Good luck!
903732
Well once you place the cutter on the track;the engage the blade by pushing the button down on the blade you can push or pull.It's a simple straight line if on the track correctly; at the start of your cut push the blade down securely so that you feel you have penetrated the mat cleanly. Then start at the bottom or at the top of your line. In my experience it creates more resistance with the pull than with the push. Keeping a sharp blade is critical. The thickness and quality of the mat have a great deal to do with the resistance you will encounter. I am very pleased with the unit and found the CD very useful with practice and patience you will get great results.
241249
Scissors, utility knife, single-edge razor blade--all will work. I, however, am lazy; I've raised it to an art form. I use a 12" paper cutter I got from Office Max. Put the roll to the right, feed the material under the cutter head, and you can use the marks on the board to measure (if that works for you.) The bags should be cut so that, when loaded, the open end lays flat with no puckering. My method is useful if you have a lot of meat/produce to seal up. Just measure and cut off a couple of dozen bags at once, and seal one end. Then load with the food and seal.
1200900
The trick is to bend the mat and slowly peel the paper off. Invest in the 3 pack of mats that are for light paper, medium paper and very thick paper. Using the right stick and paper will help you remove the paper! Mary
1340064
I folded mine, and it worked great, but sorry I can't answer that question. It is a very good mat; and I recommend it. I have never tried to cut it so I just don't know.
1367175
i hv tried and it did not work. You need to make felt hard like stone. And you hv 2 fix it, i did it with dactape, on the mat. Warning after that cleaning mat is not easy. Final of the cut is not worth of even trying...
330087
Great question. The best way to clear the mats is to use a light solvent like windex, baby wipes, swiffer solution or soap with warm water & a towel.
543089
You should NEVER use scissors to CUT out a mat. Some professional groomers do use them to slice out a mat, but unless you know what you are doing, you can easily cut the skin. As the mat tightens, it pulls the skin INTO the mat. You won't be able to see that and if you cut through it with scissors, you are likely to leave a deep gash in your pet. I have seen such incidents by both bad groomers and well meaning pet parents. These cuts can be as long as 4-6" and as deep as 2" or more. Do yourself a favor, if its matted, take it to a professional to have it shaved, if it cannot be brushed out safely and humanly. Remember, humanly. You should NEVER use scissors to CUT out a mat. Some professional groomers do use them to slice out a mat, but unless you know what you are doing, you can easily cut the skin. As the mat tightens, it pulls the skin INTO the mat. You won't be able to see that and if you cut through it with scissors, you are likely to leave a deep gash in your pet. I have seen such incidents by both bad groomers and well meaning pet parents. These cuts can be as long as 4-6" and as deep as 2" or more. Do yourself a favor, if its matted, take it to a professional to have it shaved, if it cannot be... » Read More You should NEVER use scissors to CUT out a mat. Some professional groomers do use them to slice out a mat, but unless you know what you are doing, you can easily cut the skin. As the mat tightens, it pulls the skin INTO the mat. You won't be able to see that and if you cut through it with scissors, you are likely to leave a deep gash in your pet. I have seen such incidents by both bad groomers and well meaning pet parents. These cuts can be as long as 4-6" and as deep as 2" or more. Do yourself a favor, if its matted, take it to a professional to have it shaved, if it cannot be brushed out safely and humanly. Remember, humanly. « Show Less
1875159
It would be pretty easy to trim the mat down with a box cutter. It is a really thick, squishy foam so no problem at all to trim.
1812495
I bought a chalk pencil and outlined where the window and other bits go on the mat and then cut it with scissors. Simple stuff. Hope this helps.
1648326
Not something I've tried, but I don't know why you couldn't go at it with a pair of scissors. It's recommend to hand wash, so it isn't like the dishwasher would tear it up. (I assume we're talking about the mat, not the actual pan.)
2002796
The mat will not last very long if you cut dough with a sharp knife. If you simply divide the dough with a dull knife or scraper it will hold up.
59254
I used a small putty knife, but it is difficult to get completely flat.Overfilling the area lets you sand it flat once dry.
543086
I don't think this is the best option for that; the scissors, while sharp enough to cut normal pet hair, are not sharp enough to go through a thick mat. I have to use regular shears to cut out the mat, or cut it down until it grows out and can be totally cut out.
1202711
Use a utility knife and go around the edges of the knock out piece you want then use a plier to take it out bending it back and forth. I didn't know how to do it either and had a tile guy show me how to do it. ; ) It works perfectly that way.
1611754
I'm not sure what you're asking exactly, but the unit only cuts one mat at a time. You can set up the 'guides' to cut one mat after another as long as each mat is the same size & cut.
1875161
You can chop it up to your liking. However, spend a tad extra and get a better mat