How to Repair Chipped Porcelain on Stoves

It is important to repair chipped porcelain on your stove. Besides detracting from the overall appearance of your kitchen, an area that is chipped could very well expand as more paint peels off. Repairing chipped porcelain is relatively simple. In fact, the most difficult part may be getting a good match between the paint and the color of your stove. Contact the manufacturer of the stove or your dealer for help in finding an exact match.

Things You'll Need

• Cloth
• Dish detergent
• Water
• Epoxy glue
• High-heat paint for appliances or porcelain
• 220-grit sandpaper
• Soft brush
• Epoxy adhesive

Instructions

Reattaching a Chip

1. Clean the chipped area with a cloth dipped in a solution of dish detergent and water.

2. Apply epoxy glue on the back side of the chipped piece of porcelain, using a cotton swab.

3. Put the chipped piece back in its original position on the stove. Secure it in place for several minutes with your finger.

4. Apply a high-heat paint for appliances or porcelain over the chipped piece, using a paintbrush or spray can. Let the paint dry according to the label directions before using the stove.

Filling a Chip

1. Clean the chipped area with a cloth dipped in a solution of dish detergent and water. Allow the area to dry.

2. Sand down the chipped area with 220-grit sandpaper. Remove the residue from the sanding with a soft brush. Wash the area again, and allow it to dry.

3. Fill in the chipped area with an epoxy adhesive. You can also use products and paints specifically designed to fill in a chipped area of porcelain.

4. Allow the adhesive or porcelain to dry for 24 hours.

5. Apply a porcelain paint over the area with a paint brush or spray can.

Tips & Warnings

• Matching the paint with the exact color of your appliance can be difficult. Contact the manufacturer of the stove or your dealer for help in finding an exact match.

• Make sure your stove is turned off and is cool. Do not apply the epoxy until you are certain the chipped area is dry.

References

• Friendly Plumber: How to Clean Porcelain Enamel
• Dynamic Get Painting: Fixing Chips in Bathroom Fixtures & Appliances
• The Family Handyman: How to Fix Chipped Porcelain

Resources

• The Chimney Sweep: Sweeps Library -- About Your Porcelain Finish