can be cut with computer controlled vinyl cutters. also can be cut with scissors or razor knife. This product is smooth and flat, the diamonds do not stick up. This item is sign vinyl, it is thin and flexible, made to go onto smooth, solid surfaces. If you need a thicker, stronger product, please consider our HEAVY DUTY Diamond Plate Plastic, Self-adhesive, Our Heavy Duty Diamond plate is about 4 times thicker than the sign vinyl, and might be a better choice if you need something stiffer and stronger.