Dear James: I have damaged my new laminate countertop by placing a very hot pot on it. Is there a way to repair it myself without going to the expense of replacing it again? — Maria T. Dear ...

Scratches on this surface are less apparent. Locate the tiles in their exact positions on the countertop over the damaged area. Draw a line around them on the countertop with a marking pen.

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Dear Linda: Your countertop problem is not uncommon. Most laminate materials are very durable, but repeated applications of heat from hot cooking utensils can weaken and discolor them over time.

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