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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Densole, Kent

Damaged shower tray in Densole? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
  • A cracked shower tray
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted shower tray repair in Densole

Shower tray repair at your home in Densole

Before repairing a crack, we find out why it happened. A tray that moves needs its support sorting first, so the repair lasts. We’re often asked to fix scuffs and light scratches and edge chips from dropped bottles, across stone resin, cast iron and enamelled steel.

You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll come back.

Area
Densole (CT18)
County
Kent
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish

DIY repairs versus a professional job

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

Keeping it looking good

Aftercare is simple:

  • Keep harsh chemicals off the tray
  • Use the extractor fan
  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Reseal when the silicone splits or turns black

Rinse the tray after use, use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, and keep the sealant in good condition so water cannot get underneath.

A tray that moves underfoot needs looking at, before it cracks.

Your questions about shower tray repair in Densole

When can I use the shower again?

Normally by the following day. We will confirm before we leave.

Which areas do you work in?

Everywhere in the UK, Densole included. There is no extra charge for travel.

Is there any odour?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It clears as the materials cure.

Can you resurface a whole tray?

Yes, it’s a common job. Resurfacing gives a worn tray an even, clean finish.

How do I book?

Photos of the damage, a photo of the entire shower tray and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.

Is my repair covered?

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

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send photos of everything you’d like done.

Is a cracked tray repairable?

In most cases. A tray that moves needs its support sorting before the repair.

What we cannot put right

In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

  • Multiple cracks across the tray
  • Damage below the tray that needs a builder
  • Leaks from the waste or pipework (a plumber’s job)

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

Surfaces we repair

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

What we’re called out for in Densole

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

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • Damage from a refit or building work
  • A tray that looks tired however much you clean it
  • A tray that flexes

Before booking anyone

  • How long it needs to cure
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • How to care for the finish

10 questions to ask before you book

What shower tray repair costs

Prices start from £95. Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:

  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • Access to the area
  • The size and number of damaged areas

Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Send pictures for a quote

You can usually get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • One picture of the whole shower tray
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire shower tray, we can give you a fixed price.

Repairs by material

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are popular because they’re rigid and low-profile. A flat, solid base is essential, and we match repairs to the surface finish.

Repair or replace: which is better?

When the tray is firm and dry underneath, repair is the obvious choice. If water has damaged the floor, or the tray is cracked in several places, a new tray may be better. Prices start from £95. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Densole

  • Colour-matched on site
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing

See our pricing.

The process

We begin by going over the job with you. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. Allow a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.

  1. The surrounding area is sheeted and masked.
  2. Old sealant is removed if it’s in the way.
  3. The tray is cleaned, keyed and repaired.
  4. The surface is refinished to match.
  5. We clean up and give you the curing time.

Preparing for the visit

  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Open a window if you can

Ask for a price

We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.

Get a free quote

Related advice

Our work in Densole

Densole is about 3 miles north of Folkestone, in Kent. Across the CT18 area, a technician comes to you. Our repair technicians cover all 922 towns and villages in Kent. We work right across the region, from Densole to London (about 60 miles away).

All of CT18 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on St John's Close, St John's Way and Canterbury Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Close by, we cover Hawkinge (1 mile south), Swingfield Minnis (1 mile north), Old Hawkinge (2 miles south-east), Arpinge (2 miles south-west) and Selsted (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ashford (13 miles west), Canterbury (11 miles north), Dover (6 miles east), Folkestone (3 miles south), Deal (12 miles north-east) and Hythe (5 miles south-west).

Near you in Densole

Our clients here include homes close to Hawkinge Primary School and St Luke's. The closest station to Densole is Folkestone West station, about 3.1 miles south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (2.7 miles south-west) and Folkestone Castle (2.1 miles south). Open spaces near Densole include Cheriton Hill.

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