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How to fix scorch bubble on vanity countertop?

Please help. A tea light candle exploded on my bathroom countertop. It has left a heat bubble and scorch mark. I currently have it covered with clear contact but I assume there's no way of saving the laminate layer in this spot. Please see attached photo, small sink plug for size comparison. I am a pensioner and not at all handy.

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EricL

Hello @Shaq

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about your bathroom countertop.

I propose removing the clear tape and re-attaching the loose surface cover with Gorilla 59ml Glue Bottle. Use a cotton bud to spread a light cover of glue on the inner surface of the countertop and then place the surface cover back on top. Do not use excessively as the adhesive expands to three times its size. Once the adhesive fully cures, I suggest using PC-11 56g White Epoxy Paste to fill in the cracks around the surface cover. Use only what you need and mix very well to fully activate it. Use your thumb to spread the adhesive into the cracks and feather with your thumb for a fine finish.

Allow the epoxy to fully cure, please note that the epoxy will dry to an off-white colour and will not match your countertop colour. You do have the option of touching it up with paint, but you'll need to re-apply it every now and then when it starts to fade or come off. Once you have gathered enough resources you can then consider replacing the countertop or get a new vanity.

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric

Shaq

Thanks Eric for your help. I think that the top layer of this is too damaged to glue back down. I think once I remove the clear tape the bubble will disintegrate leaving that patch bare. Would you then recommend sanding the spot once the surface layer is off then applying epoxy and painting to match?

MitchellMc

Yes, that would be the way to go, @Shaq. However, depending on the age of the vanity, it might be worth considering upgrading, as a new vanity can be relatively budget-friendly. I had a similar situation, and it made more sense to purchase a new vanity, rather than spend the money on repair and painting.

Mitchell

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