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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ca/post/54746362

I was burning a cone incense and left it on the sink, and this stain won't come off. I tried baking soda, water, vinegar, hydrogen peroxide. I tried letting them sit for multiple interations, and it made no difference.

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[–] perestroika@slrpnk.net 2 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

I would likely try the methods of car headlight repair:

  • fine sandpaper (e.g. 600)
  • followed by ultra fine sandpaper (e.g. 1000)
  • followed by polishing sandpaper (e.g. 2000 or even more)
  • followed by polishing paste (e.g. cerium oxide) on a felt pad

However, since I see that the sink has a glossy surface... I would be deterred by that. The method I mention may reach a layer which isn't burnt, but will wear off glossy finish and there's no certainty of it returning in the same tone after polishing is done.

What paint to use - sorry, no idea.