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Anti-pattern guide
Why melamine erasers dull gloss finishes
Melamine is sandpaper at a tiny scale. On matte surfaces it can look fine; on gloss it often reads as permanent dull patches.
Key takeaway
Melamine is sandpaper at a tiny scale. On matte surfaces it can look fine; on gloss it often reads as permanent dull patches.
Key takeaway
Melamine is sandpaper at a tiny scale. On matte surfaces it can look fine; on gloss it often reads as permanent dull patches.
Why it fails
Removes finish layer along with soil.
Uneven pressure creates patchy sheen.
What actually works
Start with least aggressive chemistry; reserve abrasion for label-tolerant hard surfaces only.
Not sure what to use? Recommendations are based on how the problem actually works.
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