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    Old 02-23-2011, 05:06 AM
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    Thank you so much for this info!
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    Old 02-23-2011, 05:16 AM
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    the gals at my guild recommend soaking it in the bathtub! it works!
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    Old 02-23-2011, 05:29 AM
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    Never knew the water trick! You would think that info would be on the product label when you buy a new one. Bought a later one in January but will try that on my previous one which I haven't thrown away yet. Thank goodness!
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    Old 02-23-2011, 05:32 AM
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    Those little sponges in the cosmetic section of WM work really well, too.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 05:33 AM
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    Originally Posted by BellaBoo
    Remember if your mat is a self healing mat it needs to be refreshed once a year by letting it absorb water for a couple of hours and then dry naturally. It keeps the mat like new.
    Thank you so much I did not know that!!
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    Old 02-23-2011, 05:49 AM
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    I am going to soak a t0wel and put it on the picnic table outside overnight so it lays flat. I suppose you could wet it down with a hose also. Never heard of soaking it before. --J
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    Old 02-23-2011, 06:09 AM
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    What great hints! Thanks all!
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    Old 02-23-2011, 06:14 AM
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    wow i learned something today.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 06:20 AM
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    I don't have to soak mine. I use one of those automotive microfiber towels. Get it washcloth wet and scrub. It's like magic! A whole lot faster than a soak too.
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    Old 02-23-2011, 06:27 AM
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    It works great, I did it with good results.
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