I left a cleaner with bleach in it on top of my Formica countertop. Now there is a bleached out ring. Is there anything I can try before replacing the entire top?
Valerie from Florida
There is nothing you can do once the bleach has taken the colour out. It happened to me. However I did sort of solve the problem, I got the local hardware store to mix up a perfect match MELAMINE paint, very carefully applied 2 layers to the offending bleach stain (NOTE** allow the first layer to completely cure for 24 hours before applying the 2nd) and it worked quite well. It was 2 years before we were ready to replace the counter top, and the painted area held up extremely well.
Make sure the Melamine paint is in the same finish as your counter top ie: matte, semi-gloss, high gloss
Make sure you use a very small foam roller > a brush will leave stroke marks and look like an eyesore
Good Luck. (06/12/2007)
By lesley
I would try and get a permanent marker pen in a similar colour, apply it to an old rag and brush lightly over the ring in circles I doubt it would wash off. I wouldn't colour the ring direct but apply it on a slightly damp rag. (06/13/2007)
By carol
Try Kaboom. Spray it on and let it sit--keep repeating if necessary. This has worked for me, but I did spray it immediately after the bleach left its mark.
I hate Formica Countertops--they stain so easily!
Good Luck! (06/15/2007)
By ginger
A temporary fix that I have found works is any oil based wax. It re-darkens the area (which is now more porous due to the bleaching). I used a beeswax based wood care product and it held up for weeks. I simply reapply now and then. (07/20/2007)
By Hawaii Guy
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To avoid using any products containing petroleum distillates, I use coconut oil. Works well but needs to be, occasionally, re-applied. The great thing about coconut oil is that it doesn't go rancid like other organic oils do.
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