If the mat matches lp size i will overlay the glass platter on the cork to get approx centre then punch the appropriate diameter spindle hole.
How to make a cork turntable mat.
It is an age old debate as to which one.
Does using a felt mat or a cork mat on your turntable make a difference to the sound produced by your record player.
They are a breeding ground for static.
I m not sure why felt mats are so common.
A good turntable mat can make wonders to the sound of any analogue machine since it is the first interface between vinyl and the outside world.
Next i will turn a replica spindle with a sharp spike at one end use a piece of smooth mdf as a cutting base.
Hybrids such as turntable lab s cork and rubber mats have been growing increasingly popular over the years some arguing that they include the best qualities of both materials to make for a unique listening experience.
I prefer the cork side to be facing the disc and the damping side on the platter but sometimes depending on the turntable and on the rest of your system its tonal balance etc it could be better.