Isle of Wight · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Forest Side, Isle of Wight
Bath repair for Forest Side, without a refit. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A chipped rim or side
Bath repair at your home in Forest Side
Most of our bath repairs take a few hours, and the bath is back in use the day after. There’s no need to book a plumber or tiler, because nothing is disconnected. Common call-outs are for cracks in an acrylic bath and scuffs and scratches in the surface, in pressed steel enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and cast iron enamel.
Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Forest Side (PO30)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I fix it myself?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Common problems we fix in Forest Side
A cracked acrylic bath typically wasn’t supported properly. Legs that are not adjusted, a missing cradle or a soft floor let the bath move until the acrylic gives way.
People typically call us when they notice something like this:
- Holes from dropped items
- A kit repair that didn’t last
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
Comparing quotes
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How the colour is matched
- How long it needs to cure
For landlords and businesses
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit.
Prices and what affects them
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The colour and finish to match
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The type of damage
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
How to get a fixed price
You can normally get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- The material, if you know it
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- One picture of the entire bath
Most clients in Forest Side get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Questions from Forest Side
Is there any odour?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working that clears as it cures.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. If photos do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes. The colour is mixed on site to suit your bath, including pastel and older colours.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.
How long before I can use the bath?
Normally the following day. We will tell you the exact curing time when we finish.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Different materials, different repairs
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, just like other baths.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are thick and very strong, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the bath itself lasts for generations, so it’s always worth repairing.
When a repair isn’t the answer
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Cracks in acrylic we cannot reach from underneath
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Materials we work on in Forest Side
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
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The process
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. Most visits take a few hours, tidy-up included.
- First, we check the damage against your photos and agree the plan.
- Loose enamel, rust and dirt are removed so the repair can bond.
- We build up the filler in layers, shaping it to the bath.
- The colour is tinted by hand until it matches.
- Finally, it’s polished to match the shine and left to cure.
Before we arrive
- Open a window if you can
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Ask for a price
Email us a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Forest Side, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Related advice
Forest Side and nearby
Forest Side is about 1 mile north-west of Newport, in Isle of Wight. Across the PO30 area, we come to you. Forest Side is one of 125 places in Isle of Wight where we work. Our jobs stretch from Forest Side to London (about 76 miles away).
Here we cover the PO30 postcode area. Local streets include Forest Road and Gunville Road, all of which we cover. If you are just outside Forest Side, we cover Hunny Hill (1 mile east), Parkhurst (1 mile north-east), Noke Common (1 mile north-east), Porchfield (2 miles north-west) and Locksgreen (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Ryde (7 miles east), Cowes (4 miles north), Sandown (8 miles south-east), Shanklin (8 miles south-east), Ventnor (9 miles south-east) and East Cowes (4 miles north-east). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.
Around Forest Side
In Forest Side, that means homes near Hunnyhill Primary School, Island Innovation VI Form Campus and St. Mary's Church. Also close by are Seaclose Park (1.5 miles east) and Carisbrooke College (0.6 miles south-east). Other landmarks nearby include Carisbrooke Castle (1.3 miles south) and St Mary's Hospital (1 mile east). Not far away are Mill Hill and Briddlesford Nature Reserve.
Keeping it looking good
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Keep metal cans and razors off the surface
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Rinse it down after each bath
- Use a soft cloth and washing-up liquid for everyday cleaning
Keep metal objects like razors and cans off the surface, as they can leave rust marks. And fix dripping taps promptly.
Stop using the bath if a crack lets water through. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
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