So does the ScratchPro kit for Polishing and Repairing Sinks work? Well, with our normal sized scratch it didn’t. But like the Rejuvenate kit, it was able to cover a light scuff in the metal. However, like the Rejuvenate kit, the resultant brush marks look just as bad — if not worse, than the original scuff. Scratch-B-Gone: Review Don’t chop or cut foods directly on stainless steel counters or stovetops. Instead, use a cutting board.

Also, make sure your appliance has a #4 brushed finish. Most stainless appliances have a #4 finish, but there are some outliers. In addition, the #4 finish can vary slightly between appliance manufacturers, so you generally won’t be able to re-brush only a tiny scratched area. You generally need to re-brush the entire panel. Stainless steel scratch repair options In the end, it seems that using a drum sander is a viable way to repair your stainless steel appliance; however, you are much better off finding someone to do the repair for you, if possible. See below where I find people in many metro areas. Finding a professional to do stainless steel scratch repair In addition to toothpaste and baking soda, another household item you can use in a pinch to remove scratches is WD-40. Spray a small amount of WD-40 on a microfiber cloth and use that cloth to wipe the scratch. WD-40 can also help restore shine to your stainless steel appliances but be careful not to use too much at once. What type of sandpaper is best for wiping down scratches? All three products reviewed work similarly, using a sandpaper for deep scratches, and then a medium abrasive buffer for creating clean brush lines of the stainless steel, and then a fine buffer/cleaner. However, the kits differ in polishing compounds and the specific brushes that they use. Table of Contents There are three options for stainless steel scratch repair for your appliance. The first option is using a repair kit and doing it yourself. The second option is doing it yourself with the professional tools. And the third option is to find a professional who will do it for you.Once you have your scratch buffing product, proceed with scratch removal process by following these steps: However, if you have a light scuff and want to remove it, we suggest investing in the Scratch-B-Gone kit, since the larger handle and larger abrasive pads makes it easier to get straight brush lines in the repair. Avoid putting hot pots and pans in stainless steel sinks. Also, avoid putting items such as paint stripping agents, brush cleaners, metal shavings, and adhesives into your sink. In our testing, it seemed to be very similar — if not the same — as the Rejuvenate kit. The Scratch-B-Gone kit comes with a larger handle and larger abrasive pads, but they seem to be the same pads as the Rejuvenate kit, and the sandpaper appears to be the same as the Rejuvenate kit. After a bunch of trial and error in the stainless steel, I was able to remove the scratch and make the panel look pretty good with both drum sanders and the Walter brush. In fact, in the picture below, you can’t see the damage at all.

Scratch-B-Gone is the oldest stainless steel scratch repair kit we’re aware of. In fact, we originally used it in 2010. However, it’s gotten hard to find and expensive. But is it worth it? Slate hooks are common across Europe to fix natural slate roofs, offering a secure and versatile alternative to nails. Due to being secured at four points by four different hooks, these slate hooks are highly effective for wind resistance. The hooked edge at the bottom stops the tile from sliding down, it is supported from turning by the hooks on their side, and the hook at the head secures it to the batten. Repair Fixings The first tool you need is a metal drum sander. There are two that are relatively easy to get and we found to work reasonably well. The first one is the Walter Line-Mate III. This one works extremely well, and is the one many professionals use. I found that this tool is sturdy and has the power to create a nice brushed finish in our stainless tests. Using the Walter drum sander/polisher on a piece of test stainless steel with the 2-in-1 brushYou can also use common household products as DIY scratch removers. For instance, you can apply gel-free toothpaste right out of the tube, or create a paste by mixing baking soda with water. Frequently Asked Questions About Stainless Steel Scratch Repair Does toothpaste work for removing scratches? Tape off all adjacent panels of the appliance with blue tape, and protect other surfaces of the appliance. Wear and tear is (unfortunately) inevitable in our homes. With the passing of time causing our bathrooms to face a bit of a battering, it’s no wonder we can sometimes find scratches, tears, and chips in our beloved bathroom products. There’s nothing worse than dropping something in your bath, basin, or shower. The wrong angle or an overly heavy object, and you’ve managed to scratch, or worse yet, chip them. If you’re faced with a blemished bathroom basin or bath and are not sure what to do, don’t panic! Here at Plumbworld, we’ve got you covered with our range of Scratch & Chip Repair Kits. This convenient range of repair kits includes everything you will need to remove marks from baths, repair chips in shower trays, and for giving them a thorough clean afterward, so save yourself a fortune and try repairing it first. Before you try to re-brush or repair any appliance, make sure it is real stainless steel with no coating. Often, refrigerators and dishwashers have a coating on them, which makes home repair not feasible.

If you are looking for a cost-effective alternative to copper nails yet still comply with British Standard, alloy clout nails are an excellent choice. These nails have been specifically manufactured for use on natural slate roofs and will protect your roof from nail fatigue. Stainless Steel Slate Hooks So what’s the verdict? If you’re trying to remove real scratches from your appliance, the Rejuvenate Stainless Steel Scratch Eraser Kit will likely disappoint. A real scratch is just too difficult to remove using this kit. Does this sound familiar: you blew the kitchen and cabinet renovation budget on a high end stainless steel stove or range? Maybe it’s a Thermador or a Viking or a Wolf. Or maybe it’s a Miele or GE. Whatever it is, you tried to keep it safe from damage, but somehow it got scratched… In the end, we found all of the three stainless steel scratch repair kits to be similar in results. If you are trying to get out a real scratch in your stainless steel appliance, none of these kits are going to be particularly useful. While the steps above will help you eliminate scratches on your stainless steel kitchen appliances and surfaces, you can also take steps to stop the scratches from occurring in the first place.

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We used the Walter 2-in-one finishing brush. This brush works really nicely to create a beautiful #4 finish. In fact, it’s reasonably forgiving even for inexperienced users. The most important thing is to do steady, straight strokes across the metal, without jerking or sideways movement.