2006-10-12 10:50:48 · 7 answers · asked by concern parent 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Removing Stains and Fixing Scratches or Burns
Nicks, scratches and cuts are inevitable with any high-use product, including Corian®. But because Corian® is solid all the way through, it is easy to renew to its original appearance as described below.
Minor damage, including scratches, general or chemical stains, scorches or burns, and minor impact marks, can be repaired on-site with a light abrasive cleanser and a product such as a Scotch-Brite* pad. For heavier damage, light sanding may be necessary. The following steps should be followed:
Identify the extent of the damage and ascertain whether a minor repair will solve the problem. You may want to consult with your supplier of Corian®.
If the damage is minor, try to repair it with an abrasive cleanser or a product such as a Scotch-Brite* pad.
If the above step is unsuccessful, hand-sand with 400-grit wet and dry paper. To minimize dust, wet the surface before starting.
If this is unsuccessful, use an electric sander and heavier-grit paper. Always make provisions to control dust.
If this, too, is unsuccessful, you may need to consult a professional for other repair options. In this case, contact your supplier of Corian® for assistance.
2006-10-12 10:57:38 · answer #1 · answered by Dolby21 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Corian is great for a countertop. It has a protective gel coating on it though, so you should be careful what cleaners you use on it. Also, don't cut anything on it, the knife will cut the protective coating. Underneith the clear layer, Corian is more of a compressed powder, kinda like a sandstone. The problem with using a SSP (Solid Surface Polymer) like Corian in places that has constant moisture (like a shower) is that once water penetrates the protective layer, it will set into the material and expand causing cracks. However, if you have a cutting board in your Kitchen or even build into your counter top, Corian shouldn't be a problem at all in a kitchen.
2016-03-18 08:17:50 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Repairing Corian
2016-10-16 07:21:50 · answer #3 · answered by vignola 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried Mr Clean Magic Eraser? This weird sponge like material has taken marks off of everything and anything I have ever used it on. It is non abrasive and cheap. Also, the Mr Clean website has a quote from Holly Plank in Lake Worth, FL stating: counter top burn was successfully removed.
2006-10-12 11:21:05 · answer #4 · answered by RoadtripA1A 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because Corian is solid plastic it can be worked with any carpentry tools. Use sandpaper, starting with medium gril (#80 pr #100) and then smooth out the scratches with a finer gril (#150 or #200).
2006-10-13 03:57:43 · answer #5 · answered by big_mustache 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Corian is pretty expensive. I would talk to a professional and get their advise.
Thats what I would do.
2006-10-12 10:57:11 · answer #6 · answered by Radioactive1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The last time I rub the area repeatedly with damp cloth & Jif (white scouring liquid) found in supermarts, it helped to lighten the stain, not entirely removed.
2006-10-12 16:32:51 · answer #7 · answered by Rootbeer 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋