Isle of Wight · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Appley, Isle of Wight
We travel to Appley for chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Chips caused by builders
Bath repair at your home in Appley
Repairing baths is what we do most. A chip by the taps, a crack in the base and a rust spot by the plughole are all repaired in place, usually in a single visit. We are frequently asked to fix scuffs and scratches in the surface and chips on the rim or sides, in acrylic, whirlpool & spa baths and cast iron enamel.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Area
- Appley (PO33, PO34)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
What affects the price in Appley
Prices start from £95. We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Unusual colours or finishes
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Quotes from your pictures
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Any details about the material
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- Details of any past repairs
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
Email us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you are in Appley, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, in much the same way.
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Get a dripping tap fixed promptly
Clean with mild, non-abrasive cleaners and try not to drop heavy bottles on the repair. Get any new chip seen to quickly, before rust sets in.
If an acrylic bath has a crack, stop showering in it until it’s repaired. Each time it flexes, the crack grows, and water can get through to the floor below.
What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Metal that has corroded all the way through
- Cracks in acrylic we can’t reach from underneath
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we work on in Appley
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
Repair or replace in Appley?
Cast iron baths in particular are worth repairing: they’re very heavy to remove, especially upstairs, and replacing like for like isn’t cheap. Repairing it leaves it where it is. Our bath repair starts from £95. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why us?
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- No extra charge for your area
See our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
The process
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which usually takes a few hours, depending on the damage. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- First, we check the damage against your pictures and agree the plan.
- Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
- The damage is filled in layers and shaped to the curve of the bath.
- We tint the finish by hand to match the bath.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Ensure the area is dry
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Getting a price
To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
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Appley questions
What do you need from me?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, access to the room.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
What areas do you cover?
All of Isle of Wight, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Will the price change on the day?
We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Do you work in Appley?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to Appley and the rest of Isle of Wight. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Generally, yes, if we can reach the underside to reinforce it. Check under the bath panel, or send us a photo.
About Appley
Appley is about 1 mile east of Ryde, in Isle of Wight. We visit customers in Appley and nearby villages, so there’s no workshop to go to. Appley is one of 125 towns and villages in Isle of Wight where we work. We work right across the region, from Appley to London (about 70 miles away).
We cover every part of PO33 and PO34. We regularly work on streets such as Park Road, Rink Road and Hope Road and the roads around them. Being close to the A3055, Appley is easy for our technicians to reach. If you are just outside Appley, we cover Elmfield (1 mile south-west), Puckpool (1 mile east), Oakfield (1 mile south-west), Ryde (1 mile west) and Westridge (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Newport (7 miles west), Cowes (7 miles west), Sandown (5 miles south), Shanklin (7 miles south), Ventnor (9 miles south) and East Cowes (6 miles west). If you’re somewhere remote, call first so we can plan the visit.
What’s near Appley
In Appley, that means homes near St John's Church, Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School and Ryde Academy. Other local landmarks include Ryde School with Upper Chine (1 mile west) and Appley Manor Hotel (within half a mile east). The closest station to Appley is Ryde St Johns Road station, about 0.5 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Gosport War Memorial Hospital (4.7 miles north) and Southsea Castle (4.4 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Brading Down and Alan Hersey Nature Reserve.
Other services in Appley
When to call us in Appley
The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Acrylic baths crack for a different reason: the bath is not properly supported, so it flexes under weight.
The things clients typically mention when they call are:
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Impact holes in acrylic
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
Comparing quotes
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether the price covers travel
- How your room will be protected
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
