š§½ How to Clean Your Silicone Craft Mat (Without Losing Your Mind)
So, youāve been busy pouring, painting, and peeling on your brand-new silicone craft mat. The paint has dried, the peel-off part was funā¦ but now youāre staring at a million little stuck-on bits. And suddenly the cleanup feels like it could take forever.
Donāt worry ā weāve got you covered. Here are the quickest, easiest ways to get your mat looking fresh again.
š The Classic Method: Soapy Water + Scrub
Silicone is durable, so you donāt need to baby it. If paint or resin bits have dried onto your mat:
- Soak the mat in warm, soapy water (a sink or tub works perfectly).
- Use a sponge with a scrubby back (non-metal) to gently scrub away the residue.
- Rinse and air dry ā your mat will look good as new.
This method works great if youāve let things sit for a while or have thicker paint patches.
šÆ The Fast Fix: Packing Tape
Need a quicker solution? Reach for the packing tape.
- Press a strip of tape over the dried paint or glitter.
- Lift it off ā the tape grabs the bits instantly.
- Repeat as needed until the mat is spotless.
Itās oddly satisfying and way faster than scrubbing.
š„ See It in Action
Sometimes it helps to see the magic happen. CheckĀ out a video here to watch the cleaning process in action.
Pro Tip
Clean your mat regularly instead of waiting until everything builds up. The less time paint has to cure, the easier it is to peel, rinse, or tape away.
At LoliVefe, our silicone craft mats are designed to handle the mess so you can focus on the fun. With a little care, your mat will last project after project ā no stress, no stains, no stuck-on surprises.
I just discovered that Dial antibacterial soap clear in the pump bottle mixed with a little spray of water allows the scraper to just glide and clean all those little bits of paint right off the mat! Smooth as can be! Then just wipe off with a wet towel and dry!
Where are these products made? I am relatively new at pouring and Iām already seeing how much I need your products. They will make life easier, I have no doubt. Thank you.
Iāve used the scraper in the past but my mat is still a mess and I figured that Iād just live with itā¦.but once I settle in our new place you can bet Iām going to give the tape a go! I love these mats!
Where do you buy these mats pls?
Ok good to know! I did use soap and water but noticed the water seep in from the sides, I figured that it wasnāt ok and have been picking it clean, then frustrated just kinda gave up. I was concerned with the water getting in it could mold. Please let me know if itās ok ā thanks