Cleaning and Stain Removal - Scratched Corian Vanity top
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jon burrell
02-26-09, 10:58 AM
My brand new Corian bathroom sink top has numerous light scratches in it probably from my install. Anyone have any ideas on how to remove the scratches?
Gunguy45
02-26-09, 11:05 AM
Care & Maintenance (http://www2.dupont.com/Surfaces/en_US/products/corian/corian_care.html)
Best to get it from the horses mouth.....look about 1/2 way down the page...but heres what they say as well...
"Removing minor cuts and scratches*
Because the solid beauty of Corian® goes all the way through, Corian® surfaces are renewable. You can remove minor cuts and scratches yourself by following these instructions.
* First, wash the area where the scratch is located, following the instructions found in this guide, to remove any film on the surface as this film may clog the abrasive pads. With this surface still wet, start rubbing with the Peach colored side of the cleaning pad. Use a light touch. Pressing too hard may actually leave deeper scratches. Rub over the scratch using a straight line motion. Periodically switch rubbing direction ninety degrees. Rinse pad periodically during this process to remove any built up residue. Be sure all of the scratch is removed.
* Clean top with water and dry thoroughly. Check to see if sanded area blends with rest of top. Please note that sanded area may not perfectly match remainder of top. If necessary, turn pad over and repeat process. Rub over large area to blend in sanding.
* If needed, continue the sanding process using the Aqua colored pad and if necessary, the Gray colored pad until the desired gloss level is achieved.
* Rinse out all pads used and allow them to air dry before putting them away.
* An alternative to your refinishing your countertop, is to contact your Corian® retailer or DuPont to arrange for professional refinishing."
Best to get it from the horses mouth.....look about 1/2 way down the page...but heres what they say as well...
"Removing minor cuts and scratches*
Because the solid beauty of Corian® goes all the way through, Corian® surfaces are renewable. You can remove minor cuts and scratches yourself by following these instructions.
* First, wash the area where the scratch is located, following the instructions found in this guide, to remove any film on the surface as this film may clog the abrasive pads. With this surface still wet, start rubbing with the Peach colored side of the cleaning pad. Use a light touch. Pressing too hard may actually leave deeper scratches. Rub over the scratch using a straight line motion. Periodically switch rubbing direction ninety degrees. Rinse pad periodically during this process to remove any built up residue. Be sure all of the scratch is removed.
* Clean top with water and dry thoroughly. Check to see if sanded area blends with rest of top. Please note that sanded area may not perfectly match remainder of top. If necessary, turn pad over and repeat process. Rub over large area to blend in sanding.
* If needed, continue the sanding process using the Aqua colored pad and if necessary, the Gray colored pad until the desired gloss level is achieved.
* Rinse out all pads used and allow them to air dry before putting them away.
* An alternative to your refinishing your countertop, is to contact your Corian® retailer or DuPont to arrange for professional refinishing."