Cutting Mats

[Scuderia]

If one were to get a mat, is there a typical modelers size, or is there a size to look for?

[martinfan5]

That is a good question

[Foxer]

This is Micro Marks take on them .. though they had 3 sizes but only two. I would just get one that fits your work area and budget. Personally I have an 8.5 x 12 one and have never thought I needed something larger.

Edit: sorry .. I meant to put the link in here .. Micro Mark cutting mats

and we get Michaels here, but they too have cutting mats.

Edited April 30, 2012 by Foxer

[Chillyb1]

Do you have a Hobby Lobby anywhere nearby? They carry several sizes at reasonable prices. Check the drafting section.

[Erik Smith]

I only use about a 3 inch by 3 inch spot on my 12 by 8 mat. The rest is covered with parts and tools.

[Scuderia]

I didnt even know they had drafting sections at the Lobby lol. I didn't explore the store much, but i'll check that out thanks

[Jon Cole]

Get the 40% off coupon for Michaels to get a great deal on one. I suggest a size that fills your work area.

[crazyjim]

HL also has a 40% coupon this week.

[Dr. Cranky]

It actually doesn't hurt to invest in a couple that are different sizes . . . I have one covering the bench surface, and then another I use to square up things on and cut, etc . . . it's one of those tools you can't have too many of.

[58 Impala]

I bought the Xacto 9"x12" gray self healing mat. I like it and it's just big enough.

[crazyjim]

Get the biggest one you can afford and cut it in half if you need to size it down.

[Harry P.]

The bigger the better. You can't ever have one that's too big... only one that's too small!