Ways and means to remove scratches on a refrigerator in white, gray and other colors

The outer coating of the refrigerator body protects the metal from corrosion and gives it an attractive appearance. Scratches that appear not only spoil the overall impression, but can also reduce the service life of household appliances.

In most cases, the problem can be solved at home. The method of eliminating the defect depends on the extent and nature of the damage. We'll tell you how to remove scratches on a refrigerator in this article.

Methods for eliminating minor damage

Removing scratches returns the refrigerator to a neat appearance and prevents corrosion. Improvised and special means can be used.

Baby oil

If the scratches are small and shallow, you can make them invisible using baby oil.

It is applied to a clean light cloth and rubbed into the surface of the damaged area.. It spreads well over the scratch. Residues are removed with a napkin.

An alternative to baby oil is any liquid, colorless oil.

Polishing

For minor scratches polishing can be used. For a soft effect, wax is used. It is heated and gently rubbed into the damaged coating with a soft cloth.

Toothpaste

Toothpaste can be used to treat scratches on the surface of the refrigerator. It should be white and not contain colored inclusions.To rub out scratches, it is convenient to use a soft-bristled brush, such as an old toothbrush.

Work order:

1. The paste is distributed over the area with the damaged surface.
2. Give the composition time to dry.
3. Wipe the surface with a soft, lint-free cloth.

Special preparations

Special products can be used to polish the surface and hide scratches. When choosing a specific product, you must act strictly according to the instructions.

To disguise scratches on the refrigerator, especially if it is a non-standard color, Can be used car marker or acrylic paints.

Car scratch removers are available in a wide range of different packaging sizes.

SONAX

The polish is sold in small packages. And, although it is aimed at cars, Scratch Remover can be used against minor damage to the body of the refrigerator.

Polish release form: creamy. A small amount of product is squeezed onto a sponge and rubbed in. Residues of the drug are wiped off the surface with a napkin. Can be used not only on white, but also on colored refrigerators. The price of the product is about 480 rubles.

RUNWAY

Scratch remover comes in a convenient package that looks like a pencil. Suitable for surface treatment of any color.

Shake the package without removing the cap, and only after that the product is applied to the problem area. Afterwards the surface is polished. Price – about 240 rubles for 7.4 ml.

Features of removing white and steel colors from equipment

The most popular housing options are white and steel. For a white surface, all standard options are optimal, as well as the use of white compounds for camouflage. This could be white nail polish, permanent marker, etc.

Chrome-plated steel-colored refrigerators have a stylish look. This coating most often has a pronounced texture. When carrying out any work to clean up scratches and camouflage defects, it is advisable to move in the direction of the texture.

One of the treatment options is the use of WD-40. The drug is presented in aerosol form. It is sprayed onto the area with a scratch and wiped with a napkin. To achieve the result, the process must be repeated several times.

Some types of matte steel surfaces can be carefully rubbed with fine-grained sandpaper (zero) and polished. The work is carried out by moistening the surface and then polishing it. The possibility of such processing must be clarified in advance with specialists, since it may not be used in every case.

How to remove from plastic?

There are a lot of plastic surfaces in the refrigerator that can be scratched during use. To bring them into proper condition, You can use the following recommendations:

1. Wash the plastic. To do this, you can use a soap solution or a special product designed for caring for refrigerators.
2. Wipe the surface until it is dry.
3. Light a match or lighter and heat the area with the furrow from a distance of at least 1 cm for 3-4 seconds. The heated plastic will “heal” the scratches on its own.

Painting: rules for choosing the composition and type of application

Painting the refrigerator may be a necessary measure if there is significant damage to the body. In this case, the work will take quite a long time and will include several stages.

Painting purposes:

• updating the coating while maintaining the same color;
• changing color to a new one;
• design decoration.

Preparing for painting:

1. Inspection and determination of the scope of work.
2. Surface cleaning.
3. In case of significant defects, and especially chips, the edges of the damaged area must be smoothed. Fine-grained sandpaper can be used very carefully for this.
4. If the surface with deep scratches and chips is already corroded, it is necessary to treat it with a rust converter.
5. Priming areas with chips.
6. After the primer has dried, sand the area with sandpaper.
7. Repeated priming and smoothing with sandpaper.
8. Light sanding.

Before carrying out work, the refrigerator must be unplugged, emptied of food and defrosted.

Metal paint must be selected for the job. To ensure an even coating, the paint must be applied in very thin layers 3-5 times and even more if necessary. Each layer should be given time to dry. If gloss is required, then the last layer can be acrylic aerosol varnish

Depending on the type of paint chosen, aerosol spraying from a distance of about 0.3 m or application by roller can be used.This will ensure even coverage without drips.

In addition to the usual paint options, slate can be chosen for decoration. You can then draw on this surface with crayons. Self-adhesive film, for example, in a contrasting color, can also be used for decoration. If you plan to apply a complex design, it is better to entrust the work to professionals.

Prevention measures

Despite the strength and reliability of the coating, the refrigerator is susceptible to scratches. The following recommendations will help prevent damage to the coating:

1. During operation, care for external and internal surfaces should be without the use of abrasives.
2. During transportation, the external sides must be protected from possible damage.
3. The refrigerator should be cleaned regularly, but without using aggressive substances.
4. It is advisable to remove surface contamination without delay. In this case, it will be easier to do this, without the possibility of scratches.
5. When installing the refrigerator, it is necessary to ensure clearance on all sides, to eliminate the possibility of friction of the door and side surfaces with nearby objects, walls, etc.

Recommendations

In restoration work to eliminate scratches on the surface of the refrigerator The following expert advice will help:

1. The use of chemicals should be carried out with protective gloves and good ventilation.
2. Before using any method, the area to be treated must be washed and degreased.
3. Surface polishing is the final stage of eliminating defects. It will smooth out possible irregularities and give absolute smoothness.
4. Magnets also leave marks on the refrigerator door. Washing with soapy water or a melamine sponge will help eliminate them.
5. Any wiping of surfaces and polishing should be carried out only with lint-free wipes.
6. If the surface of the refrigerator has not only scratches, but also dents and other damage, it is better to contact a professional so that a specialist can help restore the appearance of the device.
7. An extreme case when the damage is very significant and restoration is impossible is to replace the refrigerator door.
8. Small scratches can be masked on the refrigerator door with magnets.

If you are interested in how to remove small and deep scratches from various surfaces and objects, take a look at this chapter.

Conclusion

It is quite possible to remove scratches on a refrigerator at home. For minor damage, this is much easier to do, even with the help of improvised means. Eliminating large defects will be more difficult, but also quite possible.