Hi there,
I was wanting to know best method to fix / paint a burn mark on a laminate ledge / shelf without replacing the whole sheet.
The burn mark is from a tea light candle
All advice is appreciated greatly
Thank you
JamieK
Hello , just need to idea to remove the burn stain from the benchtop
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @sanam8773. It's sensational to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about a damage benchtop.Could you please let me know if your benchtop is laminate or manufactured stone? Unfortunately, it’s unlikely that you can remove the burn marks, as they are typically not just stains but actual damage to the surface of the benchtop. In this case, you might want to consider reaching out to a professional who specialises in benchtop restoration and burn damage. They should be able to assess the damage and provide options for repair.Please let me know if you have any questions.Mitchell
Hi Mitchell,
Thank you for your reply , any polishing product you recommend for this?
Hi @jojo3831,
There's not really a specific product for benchtops like yours, but you could try using this Glitz Beeswax Polish.
Use a microfibre cloth and work it in a circular motion to give the area a bit more shine.
Let me know what you think.
Jacob
Need help fixing this mark. I have no idea what caused it, I assume something hot was placed there without realising. Would love some advice 🙂 also I am renting.
Good Evening @karlie2502
Having a think about how to bring it back as much as possible. Marks in laminate tend to be on the harder side.
Could we get a further back shot of the area if possible? Just to get an idea on how it can be blended in. Is the mark raised/rough at all?
Could you tell us if you have tried scrubbing it with anything? Mainly so we dont suggest things you may have already tried 🙂
Dave
Hey Dave, I have only tried light scrubbing with gumption was I didn't want to scratch it.
It is smooth.
🙂 Thank you for the pics, they have given me an idea 🙂
Is the burn area smooth to touch? As in is there a ripple between burnt and non burnt?
If its smooth then I would suggest a trip to Office works and play in their permanant texta aisle.
I would practice on something hard (side of a soft drink bottle) with the pens and build up as an artist builds up the background/foreground colour to blend the colours together. I am not sure how well the texta will stay is my main proble. Maybe one of the other members in here can suggest a fixing liquid afterwards?
I wouldnt sand it at this point as i think it will show up even more so.
Hi @karlie2502,
It certainly looks like the clear top layer of the laminate has melted causing it to become opaque.
@Dave-1's suggestion of colouring it with a texta should help blend it in and is certainly worth a try.
Once you've coloured it, you might be able to use a very light coat of Boyle Clear Matt Spray Sealer, but I'm not certain it would blend in well. If you wanted to try this, I would go extremely light with the application.
Hey Guys,
I have just found out this mark on my bench located in the kitchen. It has a round shape, I guess it was a hot pan sitting there. Do you have any advice how can I remove it?
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @babizete. It's terrific to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about marks on a benchtop.From what I can see in the images, it looks like there’s a brown scorch mark on your kitchen bench, likely from a hot pan.
You could try gently polishing the mark out with a cleaning eraser. These sponges are slightly abrasive, so be cautious not to overdo it, as they can scratch the surface if used too aggressively. Test it on a small, inconspicuous area first to ensure it doesn’t damage the finish.
If the mark doesn’t improve, you might want to consider enlisting the help of a professional benchtop restorer. They have specialised tools and techniques to polish out marks like these and restore your benchtop’s appearance.Please let me know if you have any questions.Mitchell
