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Does anyone know what sort of material is used to revamp the surrounds of the cupboards on my kontiki 1991. It has a woodgrain effect , but not real wood. I wondered if it is a paint. The area above the sink/cooker is flaking off, and i would like to give the old girl a mini makeover.

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its a very thin wood or plastic veneer and will be nearly impossible to remove.

the original veneer is put in place in a press i believe.

you can buy repair putty from good kitchen fitter suppliers that will do the job but very labour intensive.
 
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Hi

so what is flaking off is the top surface of the veneer? I know you can get wood grain effect paint as my sis revmped her kitchen cupboards with it . It looked very good

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If the veneer is lifting, try putting a piece of brown or greaseproof paper over it and use a hot iron which should reglue it.

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Hi Peter

The veneer is not lifting..its flaking off like powder ( the grain effect on the surface) Hope that makes sense

Shirl
 

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Hi Peter

The veneer is not lifting..its flaking off like powder ( the grain effect on the surface) Hope that makes sense

Shirl
You could, so long as the surface can be made smooth, get away with a product called "Fablon" wood grain effect,(self adhiesive vynal material) you may have to do all the panels for it to look anywhere near original B&Q etc I have had good results in the past :thumb:
It can also be bought in trade roll size from Decorator Centres
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PS any chips or damage to panels will show through, so filling and preparation as always dictates the final appearance

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Thanks Geo

I remember fablon very well...though i may look into the painted woodgrain effect..I may try out an area where it won't be noticed..

Shirl
 

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