Restore Your Silhouette Cutting Mats - Easy and Effective Tips

In this video, we'll show you how to clean your Silhouette cutting mat to keep it in top condition. Over time, your mat can become dirty and lose its stickiness, making it difficult to use. But with these easy and effective tips, you can restore your mat to like-new condition and get back to creating beautiful designs. We'll cover everything from basic cleaning to re-sticking your mats, so you can choose the method that works best for you. Don't let a dirty cutting mat hold you back - watch this video and get your Silhouette cutting mat working like new!
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[@lakeshavallejo7889]

Omg, you are a genius! Thank you, and stay blessed!

[@chuckkern5538]

I have been in the sign industry for 33 years. before i owned my cameo 2, 3, and now 4 pro 24" I have a graphtec cutter. and I always made my own sticky mats with 24" paper making tape taped to a 24" vinyl with the sticky side up.. I mainly made it to use scrap vinyl and to hold the HTV for cutting

[@silhouettesuccess]

Omg! Genius!! The only bad thing about this with Silhouette is if you have an issue with your machine and mention that to customer service, they will void your warranty.

[@poppycitrus]

These tips are fabulous! Thank you so much x

[@silhouettesuccess]

You're welcome! I'm glad you're enjoying the channel.

[@coloredpencil-charcoal]

Thanks so much...I was thinking about using my adhesive spray but didn't think about the edges...glad I watched this Thanks again

[@silhouettesuccess]

I've done this quite a few times. It doesn't last as long as a new mat, but it will save you some money.

[@DrewKrafts]

Thank you for these tips. My mat no longer sticks. I’ll try restoring it using mod podge and see it it works.

[@Discomutt75]

I used just water and it came off. All the sticky came off! great tip thanks!!! if it get anything on it your screwed.

[@silhouettesuccess]

Ugh! Sorry!! You can re-stick it, but it's never quite as good. 😅

[@nanowomansk]

To restick a mat I use clear contact paper placed sticky side up on the mat. It works great plus it’s only $1.25 from dollar tree.

[@silhouettesuccess]

I need to start doing this right out of the package.

[@hferreira630]

Do you have a template for the cameo sticker? I love the holographic look ❤

[@silhouettesuccess]

Yes I do! drive.google.com/drive/folders/112i8MeNKu_w9HjiXrYSHDJruW2H7r4Q3?usp=drive_link

[@wookori]

I am obsessed with how you decorated your Cameo 4! New video idea: I have been looking for some inspiration to decorate my Cameo 5 and can't find anything. What are the best materials? How did you get your 4 so perfect and beautiful? My Cameo is pink, so I still want to see the color but it definitely needs some embellishing, and it seems harder to do than the 4 because it is much rounder.

[@silhouettesuccess]

The measurements took a bit of trial and error, but I loved covering my 4. I think it had 3 different skins in total. Lol. I used removable vinyl.
I measured each section and cut out of copy paper, checked for accuracy, adjusted, and cut again until I had it just right. I should definitely do one for the 5!

[@wookori]

@@silhouettesuccess Brilliant!

[@teeflames01campbell68]

The video was great can you please the name of the glue you use to restock your mat

[@silhouettesuccess]

Thank you! The glue I used in the video came in a kit, and I can't find a link to purchase it individually. It's called DIY print shop sgreen adhesive. I've heard a lot of people use Aleene's Tack it. You can find that here.
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[@gene8445]

Great tip! But imo metal is too strong, if you are going to buy something for this purpose I'd say a plastic razor blade works much better and also won't damage the sheet as much

[@silhouettesuccess]

I've always used the metal scraper. My mats last about 6 months each, cutting daily. Just don't get them wet! That'll do them in for sure. 🤣

[@successY2K]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation:
00:00 *Matte maintenance tips*
01:11 *Avoid washing mats*
02:12 *Scraping for cleaning*
03:37 *Separate mats by material*
05:58 *Emergency mat fix*
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[@candicetaylor2043]

Hi...newbie here.. what's the name is the glue

[@silhouettesuccess]

The glue that I used came in a screen printing kit, and I can't find it online. This is what I use now.
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[@tarinvernon7007]

I hate these mats as a past ploter user. Its adding more space for error

[@silhouettesuccess]

I almost always use a mat, but I've never liked them. I feel like I mess up more cutting off the roll.

[@tarinvernon7007]

@@silhouettesuccess I forgot to say thank you for your video. It was very helpful. Sorry If I sounded a bit too grumpy. I went from using a mimaki cutting machine to Silhouette and Im trying to figure out things. Its....a bit different for sure. But the basic is still there. :)

[@silhouettesuccess]

@@tarinvernon7007 your welcome! You didn't sound grumpy - just stating facts. Lol. Switching machines is frustrating.

[@darlenemcclenny3909]

I have one of those choppers in my kitchen! I use it to scoop up stuff on my cutting mat in the kitchen. Now it has another use!

[@silhouettesuccess]

@darlenemcclenny3909 yes! I need to get another one for the kitchen. 🤣

[@stephaniewolfe5344]

I should have watched this first 🥲 I watched a cricut one instead and just removed the sticky. Oops.

[@silhouettesuccess]

Oh no! 😪 Silhouette switched to a water soluble glue a while back. I really wish they hadn't.