what can I do so that the cutting mat is not so sticky?, my letters have been ruined the moment I try to remove them from the mat
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I have found that this mat is made for heavy card stock or vinyl. Using any thin decorative paper will not come off. Over time the sticky will reduce. They make a light sticky mat that is good for the thin paper.
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Debra, Gently, very gently, tap one of the plastic plates until you can pull one of them out. Most likely it will be the bottom one if the mat is on top. GENTLY DO SO. Whatever you do, DO NOT FORCE IT OUT. Stay calm and tap gently. It will come out. -I had to do this with my ebosser embosser. Let me know how it works out for you.
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I haven't had that problem, nor has my daughter who uses them. If I were having that issue, I think I would perhaps think about lowering the oven temperature and then, if that didn't work, I'd consider altering the time. One or the other of these should address the problem...but I would find a way to keep using the mats...I LOVE the easy clean up!
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They should just peel off. If not try start by gently lifting a small edge or corner with a straight razor blade then peel back from there. I haven't tried but putting some water on them with a wet sponge might help. They aren't really sticky it's static between the sticker and what ever it is on. Hope this help
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Use those magic eraser sponges, they work great! You need to wet them first use ...always read directions.
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It says not to cut.. I didn't cut mine, just let it hang over a little! Love this mat!!
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I didn't have a problem with it - I just used my fingernail to peel up the light-colored paper backing, exposing the shiny black adhesive backing of the felt strip. You could try with the edge of a sharp knife (carefully), like an exacto knife.
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That is a problem I have never had. I would try pulling all the material out and turning it well and then putting it back. Leave it uncovered for a few days to dry out a bit.
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Try cleaning it with rubbing alcohol. That usually works to get sticky stuff off of things.
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I am sorry I can not help u as I always use another sheet on top of it so if that happens all I have to do is take it off n wash it but u could always try vanish or a stronger cleaning detergent on the affected area I hope this helped in any way
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I've had that happen too. What I've done with my mats (which are not "the mat") is just smear a very thin layer of shortening to the mat. I make my own fondant and this has always worked. Don't know why it wouldn't work for The Mat too.
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I would suggest scraping it off with a razor blade and then using the Goof Off to remove the remaining stickiness. Good Luck.
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Try lighter fluid (like Zippo, aka naphtha). This removes all kinds of sticky glue residue.
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Try contacting Pampered Chef. If they don't sell them try putting some of that rubbery shelf type paper underneath the peeler.
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Well, I used my sharp fingernails but I think a carpet cutter, used at a slight angle, should do the trick. It's easier to tape one side to a solid surface and then removing the second side. Trying to do both sides while just holding the tape, causes the tape to stick to its self. Good luck, it works great!
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I didn't use a chalk pen, but I did use regularchalk and unfortunately the letters did wipe off too easily with frequent handling. I will try a chalk pen before I give up on the labels. I am using the rest of the contact paper on a cupboard face for a chalk board.
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I placed a rubber mat under mine. This keeps it from sliding around. My issue was it developed cracks overnight on one side after treating it with cutting board oil before my first use.