Cutting mats are helpful and useful for printed materials. Protect the surface you are working on with a versatile cutting mat. These mats can be used for measuring to ensure that all objects you cut will be to the same measurement. Cutting mats will also ensure that you are cutting in straight lines instead of all crooked. Cutting mats also ensure a clean straight cut of your finished printed product. Self healing cutting mats last a lot longer than non healing ones since they absorb small nicks and cuts. When choosing a cutting mat that is perfect for the task you need it for, consider the size of the print, the type of material it is made out of, how you need to cut it and what you will be using to cut it. Remember to be safe, read all safety instructions and take any safety precautions needed before making any cuts.