Scratches in the sink not only look unsightly, they can also cause consequential damage. Simple tricks can help.
It happened quickly: a fallen hairbrush, a perfume bottle, a pair of scissors. Scratches in the sink don't just look ugly. Dirt and mold can stick or the cracks get bigger and bigger – until it is too late to repair. But it doesn't have to come to that. The first step in dealing with a scratch is thorough cleaning. This eliminates streaks of dirt.
Polishing against metal scratches
Metal scratches in the bathroom are often superficial traces of metal. Thorough polishing helps against this. Special polishes are available for this in hardware stores or specialist shops. Special erasers or even toothpaste can also have a good effect.
Touch-up pencils for the smallest flaking
If polishing is not enough, a touch-up pen can often help. Before doing this, you should check what material the pool is made of. Repair touch-up pens are available in various colors for ceramic, enamel and acrylic. Carefully clean the basin, then shake the touch-up stick according to the instructions. Then apply a thin layer of varnish, several times if necessary, and let the varnish dry, which can take up to four days.
Repair sets with filler and sandpaper
Repair sets with filler, which are also available from specialist retailers and hardware stores, are suitable for larger chipping. These sets are also available for different materials and colors. They usually contain a filler and hardener as well as a spatula, plus sandpaper and varnish. After cleaning the basin, mix the filler with the hardener according to the instructions. Now it has to be done quickly – the mass begins to harden quickly. Fill the defective area with the compound, then you have to wait – the compound has to dry. This takes about half an hour – you should also follow the instructions here.
After drying, the mass is sanded with the sandpaper until no more unevenness can be felt. The sink is not affected by the sandpaper. (Note: If the set includes several sandpaper, choose the one that is right for the basin). Then remove the sanding dust with a dry microfiber cloth and spray the repaired area with the lacquer until the repaired area is well covered. Now everything just has to dry, which usually takes four days.
Tips
The repaired areas in the bathroom are waterproof and can be cleaned with a mild detergent. However, they must not be treated with abrasives, harsh cleaning agents or disinfectants. In the case of deep or very long broken areas or cracks that get bigger and bigger on their own, a specialist should come in – usually the whole pool has to be replaced.