How to Compare Mat Board Cutters
A mat board cutter is an essential time- and money-saving tool for photographers and artists. When comparing cutters, consider the features that will be most important for you, and the different ways it will be used.
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Home and Hobby Use
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If you will only use the cutter occasionally, you can consider manual cutting equipment such as a long, metal straight-edge ruler and cutting blades. However, you should also compare costs and features on a portable mat cutter that will allow you to cut boards from standard, pre-cut 11-by-14-inch or 16-by-20-inch boards to smaller sizes for photographs and artwork.
Business Use
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Select a mat board that will easily cut boards to mount materials for business presentations. Choose a cutter for creating a supply of 11-by-14 and 16-by-20 boards to mount letter-size printouts and legal-size printouts. Also, make sure that the cutter will accommodate various weights, such as four-ply mat board and foam core with a crisp, clean finish.
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Professional Use
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Photographers, graphic designers and fine artists should look for high-end mat board cutters with the most advanced features and options. For example, the cutter should be versatile in the types of weights, paper and lengths to be used, and be able to create beveled edges. The cutter should also allow the use of various blades and accessories to make decorative cuts.
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