Formica countertops can put up with a lot of chopping, mixing and sliding of hot pots and pans over the shining surface. This can lead to dings, gouges and a countertop dull with tiny scratches in the protective coating of the Formica. However, if you stain a laminate countertop, the smal...
it should be quite simple (and inexpensive) to repair—even if it’s a slab countertop. However, if your countertops have extensive damage, such as deep cracks, large discolored patches, or major structural problems, it’s probably more practical (and safer) to replace the countertops entirely...
Heat marks on laminate countertops, as well as wood, stone, faux stone and tile surfaces, can range from light scorching to severely darkened spots. As you might suspect, laminates are the most difficult materials to repair when burns occur because they aren't solid, and a hot object can a...
How to Paint Concrete? To paint a concrete surface like a porch floor, first scrub it clean with TSP, then bleach and water solution. Degrease oily spots using a concrete degreaser, and repair cracks with concrete filler. Etch the surface with a 10 percent solution of muriatic acid and wate...
The surface of laminate flooring is a highly detailed photographic image that is overlaid with transparent, extremely durable plastic laminate (similar to the material used for countertops). It isn’t until you actually touch the grout joints or scan for natural imperfections that you realize the ...
We had to cut holes in the ceiling for the plumbers to access the pipes to repair them. Please do not use boiling water. Patty February 22, 2016 at 1:58 PM I just posted how this did not work for me and made the problems worse. This person posting this method is not being ...
E6000 is an industrial grade, multi-purpose adhesive. Its strength and flexibility make it the premier crafting, jewelry, and repair glue, but these heavy-duty qualities also make it hard to remove. E6000 bonds fairly quickly and can be a...
Use superglue, epoxy, caulk, or a repair kit to fix chips fastIn spite of being tough, quartz countertops can get chipped or cracked due to age and accidents. However, in most cases, you can repair the affected area without having to...