How to repair a deep scratch in your laminate countertop

[@farmgirl8629]

awesome! I would love a new kitchen BUT I got an estimate so I guess I will order so seam fil. Nice demonstration!

[@Kampelent]

Thank you!

[@angmvanney]

Which color are you using in the video?

[@Droneaway-72]

Just fill it and show the repair out of focus great piece of repair

[@Kampelent]

Thanks for the feedback! Our video producing skills in 2013 weren't the best and still could use a lot of work! We will continue to try and do better to accurately represent the repairs. Some of our newer videos have a bit more clarity as our filming equipment has gotten better. Have a great day!

[@buchajo]

Take it from someone who just bought/used this product in the past week or so - it works. I spent $50 and got my custom color made along with the repair kit, and then applied it to the countertop. I'm not a DIYer. I just wanted to ensure I got my $1400 deposit back when I move next month. That wasn't going to happen with a hideous burn hole in the countertop. It's all fixed now - and some say miracles don't happen....

[@dawnarchie4995]

Can you use seam filled for a bigger damaged area on your counter tops

[@Kampelent]

Hello and thanks for the inquiry! We do not recommend using SeamFil for damage larger than 1/4 inch in diameter as the product tends to crack if it's larger than that. If you have any further questions please feel free to ask!

[@chrisblackman3967]

I followed this process to repair a bad seam on a marble looking formica. What do I apply to the seam to return the formica back to its shiny appearance?

[@Kampelent]

Hello Chris thanks for the question. If you are looking to make SeamFil glossy we offer a gloss additive that will make the material "shiny" if that's what you're looking for. It can be purchased through our online retailer at www.americantechnologyinc.com. If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to ask! Have a great day!

[@ydzz3478]

My kitchen laminated bench top color is light pale green...will this repair solution match the original color of my laminated pake green laminated bench?

[@Kampelent]

Hello and thanks for the question. Without knowing the exact color of your laminate it's hard for us to give a helpful answer. Do you happen to know the manufacturer name and color number? If so we can match exactly to that.

[@KitchensbySavina]

Pretty good video. I have used your product for years in my shop and channel too. :)

[@karmitaavila5655]

Perfect, but what about if the kitchen county is kind of combined in 2 colors, as sample light grey and dark pattern, how to fix it to give its natural look? I like your video, but I need more tips for different formica kitchen counters. Thanks

[@Kampelent]

Hello and great question! Unfortunately SeamFil is a solid color so if there is a pattern in your countertop and a scratch or damage runs through multiple colors the repair will be more obvious. If you provide a sample to our facility and circle the color you want matched we can match that color however if there are multiple colors we will attempt to make a phantom color that most closely matches the combined colors. If you have further questions our customer service representative can be reached at 1-800-837-4971 and they would be happy to help. Have a great day!

[@melaniefrost6592]

How to fix Formica counter scrAtches

[@youisastar3246]

I had a stain on my plastic laminate countertop so I used baking powder and a steel scouring pad. The damage is not noticeable on a closer inspection but from a distance during the day, the spots stand out because they don't shine like the other areas. Can this method be used to fix it?

[@Kampelent]

Hello and thank you so much for your question. For our product to work the substrate below the laminate needs to be showing. From the sounds of your description the scratches do not go through the laminate so our product unfortunately would not be able to adhere. I'm sorry that we cannot be more help and we wish you the best of luck with repairing your countertop! Please let us know if you have any further questions. Have a great day!

[@youisastar3246]

Kampel thank you.

[@youisastar3246]

Kampel thank you for your time and kindness.

[@cuchuloholic]

Wax it

[@voipgrl]

Will this work to repair a hole in melamine? I just bought a house and noticed the previous owner replaced the single knobs on drawers with pulls, leaving a hole in each drawer where the knob was. This looks like a nice way to fix all those holes.

[@Kampelent]

Hi Smasty, SeamFil could be a possible solution however I may recommend our other product WoodFil EPOXY. The reason for that is SeamFil can fill small holes but from the sounds of it that hole runs through the entirety of the drawer front. It would be challenging to build up the SeamFil to fill the gap. It also shrinks. WoodFil on the other hand does not shrink and is designed for this kind of application. Its an easy two use two part epoxy stick that will dry harder than the melamine and comes in white. You can purchase both products from our online retailer at www.americantechnologyinc.com. Also please feel free to call our customer service at 1-800-837-4971 and they can answer any further questions you may have.

[@sajidullah]

will this fill a crack in my cultured marble sink?

[@Kampelent]

Hello Sajid! Thanks so much for the question. Unfortunately SeamFil is unable to properly bond to cultured marble. It is designed to bond to the substrate of laminate material and lacks the adhesive properties necessary to adhere to marble. Please let us know if you have any further questions and good luck with your repair.

[@btrainbm]

Can you do one on burns?

[@Kampelent]

Hello! Unfortunately our product is not well suited for repairing burns. Generally burns end up being too large for our product to be effective. I wish we could be more help and good luck with your repair!

[@buchajo]

Yes... I fixed a burn hole in my countertop within the last week with this product....

[@btrainbm]

@@buchajo I will def order thanks

[@glorynworu3407]

will this work for a burnt countertop?

[@Kampelent]

Hello Glory! We hope you are having a great day so far. To answer your question it depends on the size of the burn mark. If it is a small burn less than 1/4 inch SeamFil may work for you. If it's a larger burn lets say from a pan that is larger than 1/4 inch our products unfortunately will not be the correct fix for your counter top. If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to ask! Thanks for your question!

[@hab1b1]

I have a question for you! Can i use seamfil for this?? : imgur.com/a/suUhc It got burnt by accident. It is almost 4 inches in diameter. My concern is the color..any help please

[@Kampelent]

hab1b1 Thanks for the question. Unfortunately it looks like the burn is to large to use SeamFil for the repair. After looking at your picture it appears that the best option for repair may be to replace that section of counter top. You may want to contact a local repair company to fix it or keep up your youtube search and repair it yourself! Sorry that we cannot help you out more and good luck with your repair!

[@karenweihbrecht345]

Would this work on large gouge on the 45°angle where are the top meets the front side if it were done in steps/intervals, drying in between?

[@gayleforce4014]

Where can i get this product from

[@Kampelent]

Hi Gayle! You can purchase all our products at www.americantechnologyinc.com. Have a great day!

[@susanphillips396]

thank you so much for your time and suggestions.....i'll let you know what happens

[@Kampelent]

Of course we are always glad to help! Good luck with your repairs!

[@sizzle2723]

Susan how did it go It's been 4 years

[@michaeldodd3563]

Is that color Almond? 941?

[@Kampelent]

Hi Michael, Thanks for the question. Yes it is 941 almond.

[@jpjp9111]

How does one color match the Seamfil? My counter top seems to be a mix of a very dark green/ black tiny speckled color.

[@Kampelent]

Hello! Thanks so much for the question. The best way to match your countertop is to first figure out what your laminate make and color is. Once you have that information you can visit our website and see if your countertop is one that we have a color match for. To do that go to the "Special's" list and through the drop down options you can see. If it is not on that list we can custom match any color, however keep in mind that SeamFil is a solid color so it will not have the tiny black speckled colors you mentioned. If you have any further questions feel free to reach out to our customer service reps at 1-800-837-4971. You can also watch this video that explains our color matching process: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5zaYp6Yi96Hf68.

[@Kampelent]

@Dmitry P We can color match any sample that is sent to us, so in short yes we can match it.

[@buchajo]

@Robert D send the sample and they will match it - I did it and within a few days they had my color custom made and sent out to me.

[@ssd8837]

What about the color ????? How would I know exactly what color is my countertop?????

[@Kampelent]

Thanks for the great question. There are a couple different approaches to find out what the color of your countertop is. If you know who installed our countertop you can ask them what the color is, if that is not possible if you have an extra piece of your laminate laying around you can send it to us and we can custom match it. You could also go to your local home depot or lowes and look for a similar color there. They often have samples of laminates and you can find one that matches. If you have any further questions we would be happy to answer them. Just call our customer service representative at 1 [phone]. Our hours are Mon-Friday 8:00-3:00 EST. Have a great day!

[@Christian-ml5rm]

my counter top is like a tan pinkish color with small dark blue speckels. i need to repair 2 dime sized burns. is this something i can just fill? i was planning on just repairng the hole and re painting the whole counter...what do u suggest?

[@Kampelent]

Hi Christian, Thank you for your inquiry. We do not recommend using SeamFil on damages much larger than 1/4" so I am concerned you would not be satisfied with the ultimate repair.

[@susanphillips396]

how do you clean white formica from stained in knife slices and cuts

[@Kampelent]

How deep are the scratches and does the staining appear to be absorbed into the laminate?

[@sapelesteve]

Can I use this product to repair a Corian counter top? Thanks

[@Kampelent]

+Sapele Steve Thanks so much for the inquiry. Unfortunately we don not recommend using SeamFil to repair Corian. SeamFil relies on bonding to the wood substrate beneath laminate and what we have found is SeamFil will often not bond well with Corian. Sorry that we can provide more help! Have a great day.

[@trinimedina7870]

is there a difference between the sf99 to the regular solvent?

[@Kampelent]

Hello Trini. SF99 is specifically formulated to work with SeamFil and not cause damage to laminate countertops. When you say regular solvent are you referring to something you could buy at a store? If so depending on the formulation of the solvent it can cause crazing and damage your laminate. If you have any further questions please feel free to ask or you can call our customer service representative at 1-800-837-4971.

[@fortyoneshades]

The difference is about $15

[@jackburns333]

How do you get color matched? i have a cream white I think the same as the video, is that a standard color?

[@Kampelent]

Hi Jack, The easiest way to be certain you order the correct color is to check your local Lowes or Home Depot. They both typically have laminate samples in their K&B section that you can cross reference with your countertop. Once you feel you have the right color, simply call or place your order on line. Please feel free to contact [e-mail] if you have any other questions. We are always happy to help!

[@buchajo]

Chip off a piece of your countertop (from a non-visible area) and send it to Kampel. They will figure out which custom color it is for you -and send you everything you need to do the repair - the color HAS to match - period. Take care of this detail and you won't regret it....

[@pablod3734]

This won’t work for laminate corners

[@jeebsgold]

How do we color match our counter top?

[@Kampelent]

Hi Jeebs, There are a couple different approaches to match your counter top. The first thing you want to do is find out what the color of your laminate is. Once you know your color you can purchase a custom matched tube to the color from our website, pick one of our standard colors that may be a close match, or see if you can use the standard colors to match your laminate. If you have any further questions feel free to call 1 (800) - 837-4971 or visit our website at www.americantechnologyinc.com

[@buchajo]

Chip off a piece and send it to them .... that's what I did.

[@fortyoneshades]

I could still see the gouge. I think you need another coat.

[@buchajo]

yes even Kampel says you need a few applications as the paste thins/shrinks as it dries...

[@raychepa8712]

Are you guys still in business? Seams like website not opening

[@Kampelent]

Hello Ray. Thank you so much for pointing that out. I am having our IT person look into it right now. The www.seamfil.com webpage just points to www.americantechnologyinc.com so if you type the second address into your url then once you're on the American Technologies webpage select SeamFil from the laminate repair section of the webpage you should be where you need to be. From there you can purchase SeamFil. If you would prefer to just call in and have someone put the order in for you, you can call 1 800 837-4971. Thanks again and have a great day!

[@raychepa8712]

@@Kampelent Thank you, Now it's getting redirected to American Technology website.

[@Kampelent]

Thank you for your inquiry. The color of the counter used for the video is Formica 920-58 Almond. Please feel free to contact us if you have any additional questions.

[@susanphillips396]

small slices from cutting vegetables and bread etc....i tried to clean this with a paste of baking soda but after a bit the cuts are visible again...is there some way to fill in the slice marks so they wont come back.....i use a cutting board now. so i need to get rid of the marks

[@Kampelent]

It sounds like the scratches are only on the surface of the laminate. Scratches like these tend to be harder to deal with as they are not deep enough for SeamFil which bonds to the substrate beneath the laminate. If the scratches are deep enough to see the wood beneath them SeamFil could be a good option to try. If you have any further questions feel free to reach out to our customer service representative at 1-800-837-4971. Thanks so much and have a great day!

[@nighthawk4564]

you can get that stuff faster at Lowe's or Home depot without the waiting time. 😜

[@diamondbrightxxx7531]

What brand can I use?

[@buchajo]

Not a custom color.... nope. Put in the time and do it right. Send a sample to Kampel and get a 100% color match. The repair may be perfect but if the color doesn't match none of it will matter.....

[@zorgaanhuis]

I ve a crack in the vinyl of my kitchen cupboard and wanna repair it with SeamFil but I live in The Netherlands. The website says you dont ship outside of US. How to purchase?

[@Kampelent]

Hello Petra, Thanks for the inquiry. Unfortunately SeamFil is designed to repair Laminate and not Vinyl as it's possible that the chemicals in the SeamFil may cause damage to the Vinyl. Also since SeamFil is a flammable product we have not yet discovered how to quickly and easily ship it outside of the U.S. (hopefully this will happen eventually!) I'm sorry to say that I think you may have to look for another repair product in your area. Best of luck and sorry we could not help you out more.

[@makirichi]

How about light reflection on that repair.... Ouch! Thx Champion

[@Kampelent]

I must say my lighting skills are not my strong point. . .

[@moealta364]

thanks man

[@fortuner123]

Wipe with paper towel? - I don't believe it.

[@Kampelent]

Hello 577666, which part do you not believe about wiping with a paper towel? We would love to help make this more clear if we can! Thanks!

[@GetRhythm2011]

Kampel It's not a belief or a faith thing, it works or it doesn't. works for the uploader. I'd think a lint free rag my prove better or at least as good anyway, without risk of residue, but again, it worked fine for the uploader (577666). I have a very old red diner style kitchen table that went through a pretty serious accident on the road where it ended up severely scratched. without an hd or lowe's type store anywhere nearby, I'll maybe need to take my chance with an online source as you mentioned a few, or maybe that was another video I watched. Thanks for the up man, it's appreciated.

[@buchajo]

I used a rag... use whatever you want... are you really arguing about this??

[@nickorefice7323]

Comparable product: www.homedepot.com/p/Roberts-Universal-Flooring-Counter-Cabinet-and-Furniture-Repair-Kit-Use-with-Wood-Laminate-or-Vinyl-10-33/204340548?keyword=laminate+countertop+repair

[@buchajo]

not an exact color match... need the custom color made or else forget it.... will stick out like a sore thumb.

[@Jonnyhasheart]

Damn Daddy

[@suzannefletcher7624]

bt