How to Fix Scratches on a Melamine Table Top

Melamine is a popular and inexpensive surface for kitchen cabinets, cabinet interiors and kitchen tables. With proper care, melamine tables stay attractive and functional for a long time. Protect your melamine table from scratches by using a cutting board for food preparation and cleaning the surface using only mild and nonabrasive cleaners. If scratches appear over the years, repair them quickly so they don't become permanent.

Things You'll Need

• Water
• Cleaning cloths
• Mild non-detergent cleaner
• Mineral spirits
• Color-matched plastic seam filler
• Putty knife
• Utility razor
• Liquid soft-scrubbing cleaner

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Wipe the scratched surface clean with a damp cleaning cloth. If dirt remains, clean the surface with a mild non-detergent cleaner or mineral spirits on a cleaning cloth.

   • 2

     Apply plastic seam filler to the scratches with a putty knife, and carefully scrape the surface so it is even.

   • 3

     Allow the repair to dry thoroughly, then gently remove extra putty with a utility razor.

   • 4

     Buff the repaired area to a shine with a soft cloth.