How To Fix A Burn On A Countertop

Countertops can be damaged by heat, especially if the heat is high enough to burn the surface. Fortunately, there are a few simple steps you can take to fix a burn on a countertop. The first step is to determine what type of countertop you have. Laminate countertops are the most common type of countertop, and they are relatively easy to repair. Solid surface countertops, such as Corian or quartz, are more difficult to repair, but it is still possible. Once you know what type of countertop you have, you can follow the steps below to fix the burn.

Fixing a Burn on a Laminate Countertop

To fix a burn on a laminate countertop, you will need the following materials:

A clean cloth
A mild abrasive cleaner
A soft cloth
A laminating iron
A piece of scrap laminate

Once you have gathered your materials, follow these steps:

1. Clean the burned area with a clean cloth and a mild abrasive cleaner. 2. Dry the burned area with a soft cloth. 3. Set the laminating iron to the lowest heat setting. 4. Place the piece of scrap laminate over the burned area. 5. Press the laminating iron down on the scrap laminate for 10-15 seconds. 6. Remove the laminating iron and the scrap laminate. 7. The burn should now be repaired.

Fixing a Burn on a Solid Surface Countertop

To fix a burn on a solid surface countertop, you will need the following materials:

A clean cloth
A mild abrasive cleaner
A soft cloth
A heat gun
A piece of scrap solid surface material

Once you have gathered your materials, follow these steps:

1. Clean the burned area with a clean cloth and a mild abrasive cleaner. 2. Dry the burned area with a soft cloth. 3. Set the heat gun to the lowest heat setting. 4. Hold the heat gun about 6 inches away from the burned area. 5. Move the heat gun back and forth over the burned area until the burn begins to soften. 6. Once the burn has softened, use the piece of scrap solid surface material to fill in the burned area. 7. Press the scrap solid surface material into the burned area with your fingers. 8. Allow the scrap solid surface material to cool and harden. 9. The burn should now be repaired.