counter top divot

TimandLaurie
TimandLaurie Member Posts: 34
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My husband banged the French press against the counter top and put a divot in our Tab 400 counter top.  Does any one have any experience in repairing the indentation/small crack?  I am just glad I am not the one who did the damage!

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  • manyman297
    manyman297 Member Posts: 1,434
    Unfortunately the top is a formica/Wilsonart type of laminate. From my knowledge I don't believe there is much you can do. You could try using one of those glue-type dent pullers on amazon but you risk causing more damage. But my guess is it wouldn't do much because the laminate is glued to the MDF underneath. 

    Post a pic. I wonder if concealing it would be a better option (touch up paint). 
    2021 400 BD
    2020 Tacoma TRD Off-Road 
  • TimandLaurie
    TimandLaurie Member Posts: 34
    Here is a picture of the divot that my husband put in the countertop. We think we will just superglue it shut.
  • Horigan
    Horigan Member Posts: 880
    You might consider trying Marine Tex epoxy putty.   Just mix the entire jar so the ratios are right, fill the area with just enough to fill the void, cut a piece of plastic bag and place on top from one side to flatten the area with no trapped bubbles, and place something heavy and flat on the plastic while it cures.  It probably won't be an exact match, but it should look better.  The key is putting just the right amount so it only fills the void.

    https://www.amazon.com/Marine-Tex-RM305K-White-oz/dp/B0014419V0/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=marine+tex+white&qid=1688224393&sprefix=marine+tex%2Caps%2C976&sr=8-1
    Rich
    2019 T@b 400
    2025 Toyota Highlander 2.4L Turbo
    Bellingham WA
  • TimandLaurie
    TimandLaurie Member Posts: 34
    Thanks.  This sounds way better than superglue.
  • Mobean
    Mobean Member Posts: 74
    Did you try contacting a kitchen counter fabrication dealer?  Bet they have a few tricks for this or can steer you in the right direction
    2021 320S BD
    2020 V6 Chevy Colorado
  • jschmier
    jschmier Member Posts: 26
    I dropped my Yeti coffee cup on my 400's countertop leaving a 1/2 inch gash where it hit.  I purchased a repair kit, available on Amazon and, while slightly visible if you look closely under certain light, pretty much hides the damage- I can see it but that's because I know it's there.
    2018 T@B 400/solar/2022 Honda Ridgeline
  • Dona
    Dona Member Posts: 35
    @jschmier will you please post a link for the product you used?  Thanks!
    Dona & Ben / 2019 T@B 400, no solar, 2008 Tundra / Boise
  • tabiphile
    tabiphile Member Posts: 472
    Search on Formica dent repair pastes. You should be able to purchase one that is a fairly close match to your counter. Do not use superglue on it.
  • jschmier
    jschmier Member Posts: 26
    I bought the kit in white that included some acetone and the tool.  Good luck with your fix.



    2018 T@B 400/solar/2022 Honda Ridgeline

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