Ilford RotaTrim Self-Healing Cutting Mat

A quality cutting mat is an essential accessory for any fine art printer, home studio or crafter where hand-cutting and trimming is part of the creative workflow.

Ilford Rotatrim cutting mats are high quality and self-healing, meaning that when a blade is pressed into the mat it will leave behind no visible marks or scores, only a clean and unmarked surface. This is because the mat is manufactured from miniscule pieces of tightly packed material, allowing the knife blade to move between the particles instead of slicing through them. This ensures the durability and longevity of the mat, which will remain smooth, and appear like new, for a long time.

Using a self-healing cutting mat will actually allow your knife blade to remain sharper, for longer. However, remember to change your blade once it becomes dull, as using a blunt blade can shorten the life of your mat.

Ilford cutting mats are also ideal for protecting your workspace from damage, cut marks and staining. The A4 mat is perfect for compact workspaces, especially if you are producing smaller print sizes and greeting cards. The A3 and A2 sized mats are ideal for larger spaces and can live permanently on your work area, with the classic monochrome design giving your studio a uniform and tidy appearance.

The high-contrast, monochrome colourway means the measurement grid stands out clearly, allowing you to make concise and accurate cuts, every time. The handy grid displays a variety of measuring units in inches, centimetres, millimetres and angles, so you'll never need to reach for a ruler.