Can the color of Corian be changed?

Question

I have nice countertops but they are white, and scratched. Is there anything, like using Fusion paint, that I can use to change the color of this material?

Answer 1

Well you could paint it... but I wouldn't. Corian is one of the finest counter materials you can buy. You would be degrading the countertop imho

Removing fine scratches or a blotchy appearance

You may notice that the surface of your countertop begins to look blotchy. Typically, this is caused by leaving hard water to dry on the surface which will leave a film of minerals. To remove this film:

* Pour some milde abrasive liquid cleanser, such as Soft Scrub®, on a damp sponge or cloth and rub over area using small circular motions, from the front to the back, then side to side, overlapping the circles until the entire area has been cleaned.
* Thoroughly rinse the top with clean water and WIPE SURFACE COMPLETELY DRY.
* Check to see if blotchiness is gone. If not, repeat procedure applying more pressure on the sponge or rag.
* Continue over all affected areas until all film is removed.
* NOTE: While this procedure may remove or minimize the look of very fine scratches, other deeper scratches may remain. They may be removed by following the procedure below or you may with to hire a proessional refinisher to refinish your countertop. Contact your Corian® Retailer or DuPont to arrange for professional refinishing.

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 are 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.

Answer 2

Corian Color Groups

Answer 3

The only thing that is food safe and stains Corian is food coloring but that's probably not the look you're going for.

Answer 4

Yes. Although I've never done it. I have ORANGE Laminate counters. Which after seeing "Debbie Travis' Painted House" on HGTV.. do it several times I'm tempted to do mine. See the link for the materials and directions... Good Luck!

Answer 5

dunno about the color, but the scratches can be sanded out.