Removing the damaged spot and inlaying ceramic tiles is the best repair option. Since that spot on your countertop seems to be a natural location to place hot pots and pans, heat-resistant ceramic ...

8. How to Remove Stains from Tile Countertops Tiles themselves are glazed and generally unreceptive to staining, but the grout between tiles is very susceptible.

Measure the damaged countertop area to get an idea of how much ceramic tile you will need. Be sure to make it large enough to fit your largest pot with a couple of utensils around it.