Suffolk · England

Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Cotton, Suffolk

Problem with your shower tray in Cotton? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • A tray that flexes
  • Damage from a refit or building work
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Shower tray repair for Cotton homes

About our shower tray repair in Cotton

Stone resin, acrylic and ceramic trays can all be repaired, and worn trays can be resurfaced completely. The tray stays in place, so the enclosure and tiles aren’t disturbed. Whether it’s cracks running from the waste and damage from a refit or building work, we can help, whatever the material.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Where
Cotton (IP14)
Region
Suffolk
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are rigid and slim. They need a flat, solid base, and we match repairs to the surface finish.

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Cotton and nearby

Cotton is about 5 miles north of Stowmarket, in Suffolk. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Cotton is one of 731 places in Suffolk where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 71 miles away.

All of IP14 is covered. From Church Road, Station Road and Mill Hill or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Cotton: Dandy Corner (1 mile north-east), Ford's Green (1 mile south-west), Bacton (1 mile west), Finningham (1 mile north) and Cow Green (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Bury St Edmunds (14 miles west), Stowmarket (5 miles south), Hadleigh (15 miles south), Diss (8 miles north-east), Needham Market (8 miles south) and Westbourne (14 miles south).

What’s near Cotton

We visit homes around Bacton Primary School, Church of St Andrew and Trowel and Hammer pub, among other places. Nearby you will also find The Mechanical Music Museum & Bygones (within half a mile north-west) and Finningham Cromwells Plantation (2.9 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Mellis Common.

Map of Cotton © OpenStreetMap contributors

Looking after it afterwards

Once the work has cured, treat it gently:

  • Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
  • Replace failing sealant promptly
  • Use a mild, non-abrasive cleaner
  • Give the tray a quick rinse after use

Keep heavy bottles off the tray floor, to avoid chips.

Failed sealant around a tray should be replaced quickly. Water gets behind and under the tray and can damage the floor below.

When we would advise against a repair

We will not take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:

  • A tray that moves underfoot
  • Leaking waste fittings
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.

What we work on

  • Stone resin
  • Ceramic
  • Cast iron
  • Acrylic
  • Enamelled steel

FAQs for Cotton

What do you need from me?

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

Is the work guaranteed?

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.

Do you come to Cotton?

Yes. We work across the UK and come to Cotton. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Will you leave a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

Do you cover the whole of Suffolk?

The entire UK, including all of Suffolk. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

Can you make an old tray look new?

Yes. The entire tray can be resurfaced without removing it.

Signs you need shower tray repair in Cotton

A tired-looking tray is frequently the result of years of cleaning: abrasive pads, strong chemicals and limescale wear the finish away.

Common reasons people in Cotton contact us include:

  • A dull, stained or worn surface
  • Damage around the waste
  • A tray that flexes
  • Scuffs and light scratches

Before booking anyone

  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Aftercare advice
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers

How to compare quotes

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Cotton

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.

How we price shower tray repair

Prices start from £95. We price every job individually, from your photos. What matters most is:

  • How much damage there is
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The material and finish
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first

A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book.

Quotes from your pictures

It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Try to send:

  • Where you are, by postcode
  • A picture taken from further back
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Details of any past repairs

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There’s no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.

What happens on the day

From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. We protect the floor and the enclosure.
  2. Any sealant in the way is cut out.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. We refinish the surface to match the tray.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

How to prepare

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Getting a price

You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

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