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grandpalarry's avatar
grandpalarry
Explorer
Jun 04, 2013

Polishing Counter tops

polish counter tops

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I have an 2006 Holiday Rambler and over the years the counter tops in the kitchen and bath have dulled, I can only assume they are imitation corian.
The inserts for the sink and stove were stored under the counter by the previous owner and were not used, thus they are bright and shiney, I would like to polish the surface to the original luster.
Any one have any ideas ? I have a 10" orbital buffer I use when I wax, thinking I could go to the auto parts store and get some fine buffing compound.
Yea or Nay ??????
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  • Executive45's avatar
    Executive45
    Explorer III
    Jun 05, 2013
    Depends on whether they're just dull or if they are scratched. Scratches will not come out with polish alone. Two years ago, we were at Monaco in Coburg and they used a sanding compound to clean them and a finishing compound to make them look like they were just installed. I believe it was a three or four step process. I didn't ask what they used, but was very happy with the results. Since you have na HR, you might just call them and ask.......Dennis
  • CCIntrigue's avatar
    CCIntrigue
    Explorer
    Jun 04, 2013
    I use Gel-Gloss on our corian countertops at the end of each trip with great results.
  • rockhillmanor's avatar
    rockhillmanor
    Explorer II
    Jun 04, 2013
    First make sure what your counters are made of.

    With my first 'used' MH, I bought a real good car wax. McQuires or Mothers with a low rubbing compound to them and I hand waxed the counter tops and they came out real nice.

    I since wax the counters on all my new MH's when I get them. I use plain wax not one with a rubbing compound in them for the new counter tops. IMHO A proactive layer of wax helps to keep any stains from ever getting a chance to permeate the counter top. If I keep the MH I will do it at least once a year.
  • imgoin4it's avatar
    imgoin4it
    Explorer
    Jun 04, 2013
    I was told by the contractor who installed solid counter tops in my kitchen to treat (polish) like a car.
  • donn0128's avatar
    donn0128
    Explorer II
    Jun 04, 2013
    Contact a corion installer in your area for the kit. It is several different grades of scotch brute roads and some cleaners
  • Rich_D_'s avatar
    Rich_D_
    Explorer
    Jun 04, 2013
    You can polish them as good as new. Scratches can be removed first if necessary. Get the compound at Home Depot or Lowes and use your buffer.

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