How to Repair Cracks in Solid-Surface Countertops
- 1). Dip a clean, soft rag into a bucket of warm, soapy water. Wring out the rag and clean the crack inside and out. Dry the area with a clean rag.
- 2). Read the directions on the two-part epoxy. Mix the epoxy base and its hardener as directed by the manufacturer.
- 3). Dip the tip of the blade of a plastic 1-inch putty knife into the epoxy mixture and scoop out a 1/4-inch piece. Press the epoxy into the crack and repeat until the crack is filled.
- 4). Scrape the blade of the putty knife along the length of the crack to remove any excess epoxy. Let the epoxy cure overnight.
- 5). Dab enamel paint onto the hardened epoxy, using an artist's brush. Apply one color at a time, and let it dry completely before applying the next color. Add the colors you need to camouflage the repair so that it matches the rest of the countertop.
- 6). Spray polyurethane onto the painted patch to seal it and complete the repair. Let the polyurethane dry completely before using your countertop.