Good advice on how to remove scratches from a glossy kitchen surface

Glossy kitchens are stylish and beautiful, but not entirely practical. During operation, scratches will appear on the shiny surface of the cabinets.

Somewhere the knife will fall off unsuccessfully, or too much force will be applied when trying to remove the drops of fat. As a result, cabinet fronts lose their former attractiveness and shine.

Read about how to safely remove scratches from a glossy kitchen surface in the article.

How to get rid of?

Defects can be dealt with with wax, which removes them by polishing. Pencils for car restoration have a good effect. You can also purchase special compounds designed to combat scratches on furniture.

Wax

You can get rid of scratches with wax. Procedure:

• wash and degrease the surface in need of processing;
• apply a small amount of wax to a flannel cloth;
• rub the scratched area in a circular motion;
• when the wax completely fills the cavity, you need to remove its remnants - for this, use a paper towel.

In addition to the creamy polish, you can use a hard wax crayon designed for caring for doors and laminates. In order for the agent to fill the entire surface of the scratch, it is melted in a water bath.

The wax masks defects well, but after a few cleanings it will be washed off and the scratch reappears on the cabinet. To prevent this from happening, it must be sealed. To do this, use a haloless varnish or a marker for the laminate. You need to select funds to match the kitchen set.

Car pencil

You can use a car pencil to remove scratches on your kitchen set. They choose it depending on the type of damage. So, a corrector pencil will allow you to cope with minor defects.

The wax stick is more resistant to moisture and allows you to get rid of deep damage. Of course, upon closer inspection, the scratch will be visible, but from a distance it is not striking and is almost invisible.

To achieve the desired result, use a pencil like this:

1. Clean the kitchen from dust and dirt.
2. Degrease the area around the edges and inside the scratch.
3. Shake the pencil.
4. Remove the cap and insert the applicator. By pressing on the rod, they fill it.
5. Lead the pencil along the damage, gently pressing on the rod. During processing, it will fill up and become invisible.
6. Remove excess funds with a dry cloth. You need to start removing them right away, if you miss the moment, the composition will harden with an ugly bump.
7. Leave the agent to harden for 2 days.

When the paint adheres firmly to the surface, the kitchen is polished. Pencils have their pros and cons.

Main advantages:

• versatility - they can be used on any surfaces;
• safety for glossy finish;
• ease of use;
• excellent visual effect.

However, they also have disadvantages. So, pencil paint is not cheap. The average price is 450 rubles. Although the manufacturer promises a water-repellent effect, after a while the scratch will reappear on the surface of the kitchen and the treatment will have to be repeated.

Special products for furniture sets

In addition to improvised tools, there are special compositions on sale for removing scratches from the kitchen surface. Top 3 best products:

Furniture pencil Novator

There are products in different colors on sale... The pencil can be used to remove small defects, chips and cracks on both glossy and wooden surfaces. Price - 60 rubles.

Airchimedes restoration marker

It is suitable for removing scuffs and scratches in laminated kitchens. The pencil dries quickly, does not leave a smudge, adheres well to smooth surfaces and does not fade in direct sunlight. The price is 180 rubles.

Retouching for furniture Master City

Available in a bottle with a brush... There are different colors on sale. Scratches are removed by painting them over. Retouching is used to remove surface defects without indentations. Price - 150 rubles.

When choosing an anti-scratch product, you need to make sure that it is suitable for treating glossy surfaces.

How to care for the surface so that no new damage appears?

To prevent new scratches from appearing in the kitchen, you need to adhere to the following recommendations:

1. Do not attempt to polish cabinet surfaces with abrasive cleaning agents. It is unacceptable to use baking soda, a hard metal brush and even a towel with a large nap.
2. Some housewives use melamine sponges to remove stubborn dirt. However, they are not suitable for processing glossy surfaces, as they leave behind damage invisible to the eye. Over time, dirt will clog in them, and the surface will become cloudy.
3. To clean stubborn dirt, you can only use special products designed for processing a glossy surface.
4. Do not use aggressive household chemicals for glossy plastic. This applies to products based on chlorine, acid, acetone. After them, the gloss will become rough and cloudy. Lack of quality protection is a direct path to scratches.
5. When cutting food, you need to use cutting boards.

By following these recommendations, it will be possible to avoid new scratches in the kitchen.

Helpful information

Tips for removing scratches from a glossy kitchen:

1. It is necessary to start the restoration immediately after the defect is found.
2. Degrease the surface before processing. This will keep the polish flat and last longer. Alcohol can be used for this purpose. It is prohibited to apply solvents on the gloss.
3. To make the headset shine, it is first rubbed with a flannel cloth and then with a dry paper towel.

If you are interested in how to remove small and deep scratches from various surfaces and objects, take a look at this section.

Conclusion

If the scratch is shallow, then you can remove it from the glossy kitchen with the help of available tools. When the damage has a depression, it must be filled. In this case, it is better to use coloring pencils.