A chip in your granite countertop is frustrating, but it’s almost never a reason to replace it. Most chips, even along the edge or around the sink, can be repaired so they blend in, and many are completely invisible once they’re done. Here’s what to do right away and how a professional repair works.
What to Do Right Away
- Save the chipped piece if you can find it. Sometimes it can be bonded back in place.
- Keep the area clean and dry. Dirt, grease and water in the chip make a clean repair harder.
- Cover sharp edges with painter’s tape so no one gets cut and the chip doesn’t grow.
- Don’t fill it with superglue or a hardware store kit. Those fillers rarely match, can yellow over time, and make a professional repair harder because they have to be removed first.
Where Granite Usually Chips
- Sink edges: pots and dishes hit the edge of undermount sinks every day.
- Corners and edges: bumps from chairs, cans and heavy items.
- Seams: poorly filled seams can chip out over time.
- Around the dishwasher: steam and the dishwasher door can wear down the edge.
How We Repair Chipped Granite
- Clean and prep the chip so the repair bonds solidly.
- Fill it with specialty resins and color-matched powders blended to your stone.
- Shape it to match the edge profile or surface.
- Refinish it with specialty diamonds and polishing paste so the repair matches the shine of the rest of your countertop.
Many repairs are completely invisible, and the rest blend in so closely most people never notice them. While we’re there, we can also fix cracks, open or uneven seams, and dull spots.
What About Quartz and Corian?
We repair chips in quartz and Corian too, using the same color-matching process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a chipped granite countertop be repaired?
Yes. Almost all chips can be repaired without replacing the countertop.
Will I be able to see the repair?
Many repairs are invisible. Others blend in very closely, and we’ll tell you honestly what to expect.
Should I use a DIY granite repair kit?
We don’t recommend it. DIY fillers rarely match and often have to be removed before a proper repair.
How long does a chip repair take?
Most chip repairs are done in a single visit.
Get Your Granite Chip Fixed
Prestige Grout has been repairing granite countertops across Chicagoland since 2012. See our granite repair and polishing services, or call or text (708) 582-6904 for a free quote.
