Assessing the Damage
Check the damage on your Compac countertop to get an idea of the extent of the repair needed. When you have a chip, crack or scratch, it is important to measure the depth and the length of the damage. Compac surfaces will generally have either 2mm or 5mm depth chips. A proper assessment will enable you to determine which repair method and materials are right for you.
Selecting the Repair Kit
Compac countertops, however, are engineered stone which need to be repaired with a repair kit for this type of material. These kits frequently provide what is called UV-stable resin or acrylic adhesive to minimize discoloration over time. Make sure that the color of the adhesive closely resembles your countertop's color scheme, such as single colors to multi-colored patterns.
Surface Preparation
It is imperative to clean up the damage area. Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaner to get rid of any dirt or grease. These materials have a proper bonding to the repair materials. Ensure that after its usage the surface should be dry without leaving any water residue.
Applying the Adhesive
Fill in the damaged area with the resin or acrylic adhesive using a suitable small tool such as a toothpick for smaller chips or a spatula for larger sections. Put the area just a little bit above the surface level, for the filler will have some shrinking after all that time in curing.
Curing the Resin
Allow the resin to cure. This can take from 20 minutes to an hour, and varies depending on the product the company is using. UV-cured (requires an exposure to the proper UV light source to cure the filler.)
Sanding and Polishing
After the filler cures, sand the excess away so it is flush with the countertop surface. Use a coarse grit followed by increasingly finer grits (400- 600) to smooth the surface. Wipe the area dry and then, using a polish, ensure that the sheen matches the rest of the countertop.
Maintaining the Countertop
Your Compac countertop will continue to look and feel great over time with regular maintenance. Never place hot pads or pans directly on the surface, avoid scratches from knives with cutting boards, and spills should be cleaned immediately to prevent staining. Visit reparar encimera compac for a step-by-step guide to these processes and make the repairs to be as hated as possible. This resource offers individualized tips for continued Compac and all other engineered stone countertop maintenance and restoration.