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Bath Repair in Chelsea

Bath repair across Chelsea and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A cracked acrylic bath
  • Deep scratches in acrylic
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath repair in Chelsea

About our bath repair in Chelsea

A damaged bath doesn’t have to mean a new bathroom. Our repair technicians fill, shape and refinish the damage, mixing the colour on the day so the repair is hard to spot. Whether it’s a kit repair that didn’t last and chips on the rim or sides, we can help.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll come back.

Location
Chelsea (SW3, SW10, SW1X, SW1W)
Area hub
Greater London
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Broken acrylic bath corner, rebuilt and refinished (before and after)

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

Work for landlords and builders

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.

What your bath is made of matters

Pressed steel

Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.

Cast iron

Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. Chips can rust if left, but the bath itself lasts for generations, which makes it well worth repairing.

Keeping it looking good

How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:

  • If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
  • Do not scrub with anything abrasive
  • Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
  • Have new chips seen to early

There is nothing special to do after a repair, just sensible cleaning. Skip bleach and gritty creams and rinse after use.

Tape over a fresh chip or crack until it’s repaired, to keep water out. Take it off before we arrive.

FAQs for Chelsea

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.

Can you repair a failed DIY repair?

Regularly. We strip it out, deal with any rust and repair it again.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

What information do you need?

Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Can you match an avocado or pink bath?

Yes, we match coloured baths too. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.

Can you quote from pictures?

Normally, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.

About Chelsea

Chelsea is about 2 miles south-east of Kensington, in Greater London. Jobs in Chelsea are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your pictures, then a visit to do the work. Chelsea is one of 764 places in Greater London where we work.

Here we cover the SW3, SW10, SW1X and SW1W postcode area. Local streets include Markham Square, Wellington Square and Tedworth Square. Being close to the B302 and B304, Chelsea is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Chelsea: Brompton (1 mile north), South Kensington (1 mile west), Little Chelsea (1 mile south-west), Belgravia (1 mile north-east) and World's End (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover London (3 miles east), St Pancras (3 miles north-east), Shoreditch (5 miles north-east), Walthamstow (9 miles north-east), Hoxton (5 miles north-east) and Whitechapel (5 miles north-east).

Local landmarks in Chelsea

Around Chelsea, we work in homes near Natural History Museum Library and Archives, Former Welsh Congregational Church and Oratory Roman Catholic Primary School and the streets around them. Also close by are Hellenic College of London (0.5 miles north), Burton’s Court (within half a mile east), St Thomas More RC Language College (within half a mile north-east) and Markham Arms Public House (within half a mile east). Chelsea’s nearest station is London Victoria station, roughly 1 mile north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Berkshire & Westminster Dragoons Museum (within half a mile east) and Westminster St Margaret and St John (1.6 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Campden Hill and Battersea Park Lake.

Map of Chelsea © OpenStreetMap contributors

What happens on the day

On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a morning or an afternoon. We clean up when we are done and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We start by looking at the damage and confirming the plan with you.
  2. Any rust and loose material comes out, and the area is degreased.
  3. We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
  4. The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
  5. The repair is polished to the same gloss as the bath and left to cure.

How to prepare

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Open a window if you can

How to get a price

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.

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What a repair can’t fix

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:

  • A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
  • Metal that has corroded all the way through
  • Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.

Materials we work on in Chelsea

  • Whirlpool & spa baths
  • Pressed steel enamel
  • Roll-top & freestanding
  • Acrylic
  • Cast iron enamel

When to call us in Chelsea

The usual cause is something heavy dropped into the bath, and a lot happen during bathroom refits. Cracks in acrylic have a different cause: poor support underneath, so the bath flexes when it’s full.

Customers typically contact us about:

  • Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
  • Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
  • A failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting
  • Impact holes in acrylic

Questions to ask before booking

  • Who will actually do the work
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • What prep work is covered

10 questions to ask before booking

What affects the price in Chelsea

Prices start from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • The material

We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Chelsea. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Send pictures for a quote

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Any details about the material
  • Details of any past repairs

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.

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