Kent · England
Bath chip & crack repair in Sholden, Kent
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for homes and businesses in Sholden and across Kent. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Repairs from £95
- Chips under the taps
- Impact holes in acrylic
Why repair rather than replace?
When the bath is otherwise sound, repairing beats replacing. It costs less, takes less time and causes far less upheaval, and you keep the bath you chose. Where the entire surface is tired, we may suggest re-enamelling instead. Our bath repair starts from £95. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
What you get with us
- One visit for most repairs
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Same prices wherever you are
Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Bath repair in Sholden, done in place
You don’t need a new bath because of a chip. We fill the damage, shape it to the curve of the bath and refinish it, with the colour mixed on site. We are often asked to fix chips under the taps and deep scratches in acrylic, in cast iron enamel, whirlpool & spa baths and pressed steel enamel.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Area
- Sholden (CT14)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Sholden
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.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Chips on the rim or sides
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- An old repair that has yellowed or come loose
- Rust spots around the plughole
Before you book anyone
- If travel is included in the price
- How to look after the finish
- Who will actually do the work
- How your room will be protected
Keeping it looking good
To keep it looking its best:
- Do not leave a fresh chip for long
- Clean with warm water and a mild detergent
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
Give the repair the full curing time we recommend before running a bath. From then on, mild cleaning is all it needs.
If water is getting through a crack, stop using the bath until it’s repaired. Water under the bath can damage the floor and the ceiling below.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. They do not rust, but they can crack, scratch or be holed, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
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 Sholden
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Work for landlords and builders
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
For anyone letting property in or around Sholden, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.
What a repair cannot fix
In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- A bath that flexes because its feet or cradle have failed (that needs fixing first)
- Leaks from the waste or overflow fittings (a plumber’s job)
- A bath worn all over, where resurfacing makes more sense
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel enamel
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Acrylic
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
Sholden: your questions answered
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes, very frequently. We take it back to sound metal, seal it, fill it and match the colour.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
How much does bath repair cost in Sholden?
Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can you repair a hole in a bath?
Usually. Photos of the hole and the underside help us check.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
What do you need from me?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
Do you repair coloured baths?
Yes, coloured baths are no problem. The colour is tinted by hand on the day.
The process
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes two to three hours for most chips. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- We fill the damage and sand it flush with the surrounding surface.
- We mix the colour on the day to match your bath’s exact shade.
- We apply the finish coats and polish the repair so it blends in.
- We leave it to cure; you can normally use the bath the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Clear the area around the damage
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away whether it can be repaired.
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Our work in Sholden
Sholden is about 1 mile north-west of Deal, in Kent. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 66 miles away.
Jobs in CT14 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes on The Street, London Road and Colmanton Grove and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Sholden Meadows (1 mile west), Mill Hill (1 mile south), Great Mongeham (1 mile south-west), Deal (1 mile south-east) and Finglesham (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (13 miles west), Margate (11 miles north), Dover (7 miles south-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north) and Broadstairs (10 miles north).
Around Sholden
Typical jobs here are in homes near Church of St Nicholas, Sholden Church of England Primary School and Castle Community College, among other places. Nearby too are The Magnet pub (0.6 miles south-east) and Betteshanger Park (0.9 miles north). Sholden’s nearest station is Deal station, about 1.1 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Deal Castle (1.4 miles east) and Kent Museum of the Moving Image (1.2 miles east). Open spaces near Sholden include Monk's Wall nature reserve.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
