Cutting a Seklema mat

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I have just recieved a seklema mat but I need to cut it to size. What can I use? - I can only find ‘normal plastic shears’ mentioned but I live in the UK and have no idea what they are - hugs

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I think I would use a heavy-duty utility knife or craft knife, and a ruler or straightedge.

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Plastic cutting scissors

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I use these bad boys for cutting all kinds of materials, including self-healing cutting mats, so would be willing to bet they would work on the Seklema.

https://smile.amazon.com/Straight-Aviation-Scissors-Cutting-Meterial/dp/B076GG9WWR

Easy to find at the big-box stores as well as Harbor Freight, too.

EMT bandage shears are often touted as “cut a penny in half.” Probably another choice.

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I used a pair of secateurs in the end … as I was in the shed. Worked brilliantly. Thank you

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this is exactly what i’ve used to cut down cutting mats in the past (we put them under aquariums to protect the surface of the tables they’re on).

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I have done exactly what @cynd11 describes on 3 Seklema mats so far. I just use a standard “box cutter” razor blade cutter.

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