Kent · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Frinsted, Kent
Bath repair for Frinsted, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Repairs from £95
- Holes from dropped items
- Chips under the taps
Bath repair in Frinsted without replacing anything
We have repaired just about every kind of bath damage: dropped-bottle chips, plughole rust, acrylic cracks and impact holes. All of it is repaired where the bath stands with a one-year guarantee. Typical jobs include rusty patches near the plughole and a failed DIY repair that’s discoloured or lifting, across roll-top & freestanding, whirlpool & spa baths and cast iron enamel.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Where
- Frinsted (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but have a similar enamel surface. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid, and frequently freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, in much the same way.
Places near Frinsted
What else we do in Frinsted
Should you replace it?
For damage in one or two places, a repair is the obvious choice. It’s a fraction of the cost of a new bath and fitting, it’s done in one visit, and nothing else in the room changes. Prices start from £95. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Frinsted
- No extra charge for your area
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- A fixed quote before booking
- Most jobs done in one visit
See our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Where we work around Frinsted
Frinsted is about 4 miles south of Sittingbourne, in Kent. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 37 miles away.
All of ME9 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on The Street, Bottom Pond Road and Dray's Field or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Close by, we cover Milstead (1 mile north-east), Hollybushes (2 miles east), Bluetown (2 miles east), Wichling (2 miles east) and West Street (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (8 miles west), Ashford (12 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (4 miles north), Whitstable (15 miles east), Faversham (8 miles east) and Minster (10 miles north-east).
What’s near Frinsted
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Milstead and Frinsted Church of England Primary School, The Blacksmith's Arms Public House and St Giles and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Harrietsham station, roughly 3 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Leeds Castle (4 miles south-west) and Laundry Museum (3.8 miles south-west).
What happens on the day
The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can carry on at home. Protection goes down first, then the work takes a few hours, depending on the damage. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- Once it has cured, normally by the following day, the bath is ready to use.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
Upload a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Frinsted, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
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Questions from Frinsted
How long does the repair take to cure?
Normally by the following day, depending on the repair.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work.
What areas do you cover?
All of Kent, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. If pictures don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
How quickly can you book me in?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
What about rust by the waste?
Yes, very often. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Typically. Send us a picture of the hole and one from under the bath if you can.
What we are called out for in Frinsted
Heavy toiletries are the biggest single cause of chips. Fittings cause damage too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- A chipped rim or side
- Damage done while the bathroom was being fitted
- Damage beneath the taps
- A kit repair that didn’t last
Before booking anyone
- How soon you can use it again
- Who turns up on the day
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
What affects the price in Frinsted
Repairs from £95. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:
- The material and finish
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Quotes from your pictures
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- Where you are, by postcode
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price without visiting.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t fix:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Cracks in parts of an acrylic bath we can’t get to from below
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Pressed steel enamel
Keeping it looking good
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Have new chips seen to early
- Give the bath a quick rinse after use
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. After that, gentle cleaning keeps it looking good.
Small chips are quick to repair. Left alone, they stain and can rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
DIY kit or professional repair?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
