How to Get Rid of a Burn Stain on a Kitchen Counter

Laminate

• 1

  Scrub the stain with a rag and warm, soapy water to remove surface discoloration. Wipe with a dry cloth to remove the soap residue.

• 2

  Spread white toothpaste onto the spot, using your fingers to rub it in. Avoid using gel or abrasive toothpaste.

• 3

  Scrub the spot with a toothbrush for a few minutes to remove the burn stain. Clean the area with a damp rag to remove the residue.

• 4

  Spread a soft scrub cleanser onto the spot if any of the burn mark remains. Rub it in and wait about 15 minutes.

• 5

  Scrub the spot with the toothbrush until the mark has lifted. Wipe with a damp cloth to remove the residue.

Stone or Solid-Surface

• 6

  Clean the area with a cleanser specifically designed for stone or the type of solid surface on your counter. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for using the cleanser.

• 7

  Rub fine-grit sandpaper gently over the spot, using small, circular motions. Sand just enough to remove the burn mark. Avoid sanding anywhere outside the burn stain.

• 8

  Clean the area again with cleanser. Apply a stone polish to restore the original appearance to that part of the countertop.

Porcelain

• 9

  Wipe the spot with a rag and warm, soapy water to remove discoloration from the surface. Dry the spot with a dry rag.

• 10

  Mix 3 parts baking soda and 1 part water in a bowl to make a paste. Spread the paste over the burn mark, using your fingers to rub it in gently. Let the paste sit for five minutes.

• 11

  Scrub the spot gently with a toothbrush until the burn mark disappears. Avoid scrubbing too hard; baking soda is slightly abrasive and may damage the finish.

• 12

  Wipe the affected area with a damp rag to remove the residue.