Kent · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Shatterling, Kent
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Shatterling. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Repairs from £95
- A failed DIY repair that is discoloured or lifting
- Rust spots around the plughole
Bath repair in Shatterling without replacing anything
A repair fixes just the damaged area and blends it into the rest of the bath, which is far cheaper than replacing a fitted bath and the tiles around it. You can generally use the bath the following day. Typical jobs include cracks in an acrylic bath and rust by the waste and overflow, on roll-top & freestanding, cast iron enamel and pressed steel enamel.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Where
- Shatterling (CT3)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I fix it myself?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
What bath repair costs
Repairs from £95. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- How many items we do on one visit
- How hard the colour is to match
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Quotes from your photos
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- One picture of the entire bath
- Natural light rather than flash
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
If you manage property in Shatterling, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
What we cannot put right
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
- Leaking fittings, which need a plumber
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Acrylic
- Whirlpool & spa baths
The process
We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we’re doing. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon, and we will tell you if anything changes.
- We protect the bath and the floor around it.
- The damaged area is cleaned, keyed and degreased, and any rust is treated.
- Filler goes in and is sanded flush once it has set.
- Colour and gloss are matched to the surrounding surface.
- We tidy up and tell you when the bath can be used, generally the next day.
How to prepare
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Let us know about parking or access
Get a quote
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
Advice
FAQs for Shatterling
Is a cracked acrylic bath repairable?
Generally, yes, as long as we can get to the back of the crack to support it. Take off the bath panel and check, or send us a photo.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Will the repair show?
On a glossy bath, you’ll struggle to find it. On worn enamel, it can look shinier than the rest.
Will it make a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Can you quote from pictures?
Generally, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes, we match coloured baths too. We tint the finish to your bath on site.
Are there extra charges for Shatterling?
We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
Can you repair several things at once?
Of course, and it usually saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
Cast iron is heavy and rigid, finished with fired enamel. A chip down to the iron can rust, but the body of the bath lasts a very long time, which makes it well worth repairing.
Composite and resin
Composite baths are dense and solid, and often freestanding. Chips and scratches are filled and matched, just like other baths.
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Stick to mild cleaners and a soft cloth
- Store metal items away from the bath
- Protect the bath with a towel when doing jobs nearby
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before using the bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
A small chip is a quick job. Leave them and they collect dirt, stain and, on metal baths, rust, so it’s worth getting them done early.
Signs you need bath repair in Shatterling
Heavy toiletries are the biggest single cause of chips, closely followed by shower heads. Fittings cause damage too: water sits around them, and any chip there soon rusts.
Common reasons people in Shatterling contact us are:
- Chips along the edge of the bath
- Deep scratches in acrylic
- Chips caused by builders
- Damage beneath the taps
Questions to ask before you book
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- When it can be used again
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Other services in Shatterling
Shatterling and the surrounding area
Shatterling is about 6 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. Clients in Shatterling get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 59 miles away.
Here we cover the CT3 postcode area. Other places close to Shatterling include Broomhill (1 mile west), Perry (1 mile north), Nash (1 mile north-east), Wingham (1 mile south-west) and Twitham (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Canterbury (6 miles west), Margate (10 miles north-east), Dover (10 miles south), Folkestone (14 miles south), Ramsgate (9 miles north-east) and Broadstairs (10 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Shatterling
Our customers here include homes close to St Mary's Church, The Red Lion pub and Wingham Primary School and the streets around them. The closest station to Shatterling is Adisham station, about 3 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find St Martins Hospital (5.4 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
