Line your knife up with the edge of your guide and apply even, firm pressure along the straightedge to cut through the cork. Thinner sheets, like ¼” or 1/8” natural tan or thinner can usually be cut all the way through in a single pass. read more
(cork rolls) let the material sit to 24 to 48 hours to let its curl relax. Cutting the cork: Measure – at least twice – and plan your cut on the material. Use tape with a gentle adhesive or a marker to mark your cut before cutting (only use if your project will hide the marks, otherwise make nonpermanent marks). read more
Cut a sheet of cork to make your own corkboard, or salvage an old, beat-up corkboard to reuse the cork for trivets or other craft projects. Scissors, utility knives, craft knives and even rotary cutters can be used to cut corkboard material; the best tool for the job depends upon the thickness of the cork. read more
If you want to completely negate cork’s roll memory you should glue the sheet to a flat, stiff surface or board. This is essential if you plan to use the cork as a pinning surface. Cutting your cork: Measure – at least twice – and plan your cut on the material. read more