How To Make A Cutting Mat Sticky Again

Once your contact paper gets dirty simply peel it off and replace it.

How to make a cutting mat sticky again.

Apply plain rubbing alcohol or goo gone on the surface then go over it with a scrapper. Run lukewarm water over the mat then use a plastic hard bristled brush to gently scrub in a circular motion until the entire surface of the mat is clean. Step 2 slowly spray or apply the sticky spray and coat the surface of the cricut mat evenly. Here are the crucial steps you need to follow.

Place the mat in the sink. Your mat has the original layer that was once sticky. Now it s time to make it sticky. Pat the mat dry with a paper towel then let it air dry completely to ensure stickiness returns.

How can you restick your mat again. If you deep cleaned big debris from the mat then it may no longer be sticky. Grab your sponge and start a scrubbin. The sticky cutting mat will hold the contact paper while the contact paper holds your material.

This is especially handy when you are cutting fabric so you don t get all the fuzzies stuck to your mat. You place a sheet of contact paper sticky side up on your cutting mat. Remove the original sticky layer. You should be able to see all the nasties coming off your mat.

You have cleaned your mat. Once i feel fairly certain that the old sticky is gone grab the dish soap and give your mat a good washing. Step 1 remove any remaining stickiness to ensure the adhesive spray will evenly coat the mat.