What kind of material is this mat made of?

Cindy: It is a HEAVY DUTY 1/16 or more thick PLASTIC. I also have the FISKAR'S same size mat which is LESS heavy duty and MORE money.I use the Alvin's for GLASS CUTTING: and the FISKAR'S for my photography settings on 2D & 3D art.Hope that helps - BUY the ALVIN!

would it be safe to use it for fondant work? thanks.

I've never used the cutting mat with food but all I can say is to try it. The mat doesn't give off an odor. I'd be concerned with some kind of taste transfer. I'd bet the mat would go through the dishwasher safely. It's not as flexible as the picture may suggest. I think it's a great idea - give it a try!

What is the exact thickness of this mat?

I don't know. But neither too thick to be inflexible nor too thin to protect the table. Maybe 3mm.

does it have markings in centimeters?

According to the Alvin website, the 296M 14" Professional Parallel Glider is a Metric tool, the 'M'' standing for METRIC. Why is this seller advertising the "296 M ", yet they only want to provide the imperial version "296"? Item Numbers mean things.

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🛠️ Cut sharp, create sharper — the mat that keeps up with your hustle!

PRECISION GRID SYSTEM - Engineered with 1/2" grids plus 45° & 60° angle guides to nail every cut with professional accuracy.
DUAL SIDED VERSATILITY - Flip between vibrant green and sleek black for optimal contrast and style in every project.
SELF HEALING DURABILITY - Crafted from unique composite vinyl that seals cuts instantly, keeping your mat pristine and ready for endless creativity.
TRUSTED LEGACY SINCE 1950 - Join a community of pros who rely on Alvin’s quality tools to transform ideas into innovation every day.
NON GLARE NON STICK SURFACE - Work comfortably under any lighting without reflections or slipping—perfect for detailed, focused work.

The Alvin Professional Self-Healing Cutting Mat (12x18 inches) features a reversible green/black surface with precision grids and angle guides, crafted from durable 3mm thick self-healing vinyl. Designed for artists, crafters, and professionals, it offers a non-glare, non-stick workspace that resists cuts and stains, ensuring long-lasting performance and accuracy for all your cutting needs.

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Brand	Alvin
Model Number	GBM1218
Color	green/black
Material Type	Vinyl
Number of Items	1
Size	18"L x 12"W
Thickness of Paper	0.2 Inches
Included Components	Craft Cutting Mat, Office Essentials, Scissors and cutting device (office essentials)
Product Dimensions	45.72 x 30.48 x 0.51 cm; 226.8 g
Shredded Shape	Flexible, Long Lasting, Reversible, Self Healing, Stain Resistant
Application type	Artist Cutting Tool Grid Cutting Mat once, Cut and other materials will hold scars and cuts, Gaug is no longer able to use it, High quality self-healing cutting mat is the solution, cutting mat self healing mat art room table

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