Can these be cut down, or will it flaw design and fail to work properly? I have seen people say dont cut, and others say ok... want more info...
1649827
They can be cut to use as a dab mat but there is a smaller version called the oil slick duo that works better for that purpose.... I would not recommend cutting it and remember that this product is NOT resistant to polar solvents, particularly after repeated use.....
1649828
You can cut it but it is going to lose quality. Best to leave it as is and buy the small pads. They come GREATLY in handy. If you cut it the fiber-type material inside will begin to fall out and ruin the pad.
1649829
Honestly I would say not to cut because of what it is. Some people cut em up but ALSO have seen people's who cut them up and they dont seem to work as good. But this is just my opinion, love these pads!
1649830
Nooooo DO NOT CUT. The fibers inside will soak up more butane with each run you do. Very unhealthy. They have some pads that are all silicone, those can be cut/altered.
1649831
Don't cut if u look it up at oil slick company they say it will allow silicone to get into the wax
1544018
No. They are meant to be cut to the desired length. The ends are then burned and a "cap" is placed on the ends.
726103
Personally, I would not remove them. I think they would come out fine, but it seems it would be more labor intensive to remove them each time you wanted to mow. I would use an edge trimmer...but that's just me.
231581
They can be cut, you just have to be careful so that it looks nice after you cut them.
933149
I sure think these could be trimmed down. After closely looking at then I can't imagine why not. Go for it!
1295077
I got mine out to read the instructions. It does not say anything about cutting or not cutting. It does have some fibers in it. But when I looked closely, I don't think it would hurt it. At first I thought cutting it would 'free' the fibers and it might unravel. But I'm not sure after looking closely. Read the rest of the answers. They had good points. Sorry I was not more helpful.
129825
I don't see why not. they are flexible and with a heavy scissors could be cut to a smaller size. I have not tried it but I think that would work, as they are not shaped on edges just flat.
461237
I did not cut these to size, but I see no reason why they can't be. They are thick, though, and I think they would be difficult to cut with most scissors. A utility knife should work.
2150341
It has happened, the remedy for me is to twist the blade in the unfinished cut. Sometime I don,t open the blade completely and it will not ratchet for me. This is a tool that does not work properly unless you coax it. I personally would not buy from the maker in the future. Great idea, poor design (my opinion)
2084994
Good afternoon, we have had some people in the past do this, and had great succses, however, if you were to do this, we would not be able to take any return. They are solid core, so if you chose to cut them, it SHOULD work. Thanks, Aaron
2192828
Mine have not broken off. They are attached on one edge and are not intended to come off. If you try hard enough they may fatigue and fall off over time. If you wanted to break it off, i'm sure you could, but I don't see the purpose of that.
1713996
You can cut them, but one piece will be a little hard to separate from the backing (due to it not having an edge from which to peel). It isn't bad, though. Just have good fingernails! I've done it before.
1415558
Haven't had a need to cut them. Try calling the manufacturer's customer service department at 877-595-2040.
136930
Yes, you can cut yourself on these. The edges are not covered/protected. We bought these for a science project.
677263
send I pic so I can see! I taped and cut mine like the direction said and had no issues. Have a new blade because you will be cutting into metal!!
1735509
If it doesn't cut for them..then I would say they have a serious operating problem! My cuts just fine..I've been using it everyday since i purchased! Keep it clean..and in the locked position after use! Open the locking device with the spring hinged lock handle..and open the opener wide enough to accept the next can to be opened..make sure it is positioned to cut into the can lid..and press (using some pressure..depending on the 'temper' of the metal of the can..as some cans are softer metal) )..then rotate the cutting gear handle and the cutting blade will do what it's designed to do! Open the can!! Don't be too 'girly'..it's a tool!! And..tools requie at least some skill! If it doesn't cut for them..then I would say they have a serious operating problem! My cuts just fine..I've been using it everyday since i purchased! Keep it clean..and in the locked position after use! Open the locking device with the spring hinged lock handle..and open the opener wide enough to accept the next can to be opened..make sure it is positioned to cut into the can lid..and press (using some pressure..depending on the 'temper' of the metal of the can..as some cans are softer metal) )..then rotate the cutting gear handle and the cutting blade will do what it's designed to do! Open... » Read More If it doesn't cut for them..then I would say they have a serious operating problem! My cuts just fine..I've been using it everyday since i purchased! Keep it clean..and in the locked position after use! Open the locking device with the spring hinged lock handle..and open the opener wide enough to accept the next can to be opened..make sure it is positioned to cut into the can lid..and press (using some pressure..depending on the 'temper' of the metal of the can..as some cans are softer metal) )..then rotate the cutting gear handle and the cutting blade will do what it's designed to do! Open the can!! Don't be too 'girly'..it's a tool!! And..tools requie at least some skill! « Show Less
1239026
Just looked at mine and it appears that it could be cut down. However, it could be risky. Remember that I said "it appears that it could be done" -- but there are no guarantee's.