Flip-mat Repair

[Duncan & Dragons]

I have few flip-mats with issues. Not really a product issue, but maybe somebody has ideas.

Issue 1 - I have an old flip-mat (steel sqwire era) that has the plastic peeling off the paper on one corner.

Possible Repair 1- I am thinking of putting a thin layer of elmer's glue and pushing the plastic back onto the paper. Then putting it under a book. It should dry clear, but brittle, right?

Issue 2 - I had a some water get into the basement and carpet. My flip-mats were stored on edge on top of the carpet. Moisture wicked into the paper. This has caused some "wrinkles" under the plastic.

Possible Repair 2 - Iron the flip-mat wrinkled area? Use a t-shirt to protect the plastic of the flip-mat?

Thanks in advance for any advice.

[*Thelith]

Been a few months, but, clear 100% silicone will dry clear and remain flexible to solve issue 1 better than Elmer's.

With issue 2 a blow dryer and a plastic putty knife to smooth it out may be easier to control, the heat is less severe and can be applied more slowly.

[Scrapper]

Wax Paper on both side of a press so glue doesn't stick. Brown package paper and an Iron may help with the wrinkled maps, press afterwards. Some office stores still stock or can order an actual plate press, 2x2 metal weighted square with handles to lift on sides, or if you have the space, some eighth/quarter inch pressed wood/Luan and some paving stones for weight. Note: Don't Iron Wax Paper as it will transfer wax to map surface! Foil, hot glue, and an Iron for some repairs also work.