Kent · England

Shower Tray Repair for Mystole homes

Damaged shower tray in Mystole? We put it right where it is, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Damage around the waste
  • Scratches from cleaning or grit
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need shower tray repair in Mystole?

Shower tray repair in Mystole, done in place

Shower tray repairs are one of our most common jobs. Chipped edges, cracks and worn finishes are all things we fix in place. Whether it’s cracks running from the waste and a damaged area around the waste, we can usually put it right.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we have gone.

Where
Mystole (CT4)
County
Kent
Cover
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

How to care for the repair

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:

  • Do not stand heavy bottles on the tray
  • Rinse away soap after showering
  • Use the extractor fan
  • Avoid strong descalers and bleach

Wait the full curing time before you shower. After that, gentle cleaning and good ventilation keep it in good shape.

Every shower forces a little water into a crack, and over months that can rot the floor. An early repair is far cheaper than floor repairs.

What happens on the day

When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job normally takes a few hours for a repair, longer for a full resurface. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. First we check the tray is solid and work out why any crack happened.
  2. Next we clean and prepare the tray.
  3. We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
  4. The repair is colour-matched, or the entire tray gets a new finish.
  5. We leave it to cure; the shower is typically usable the following day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Open a window if you can
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

Getting a price

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

About Mystole

Mystole is about 4 miles south-west of Canterbury, in Kent. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Mystole is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our jobs stretch from Mystole to London (50 miles away).

Our visits in CT4 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Thruxted Lane and Mystole Lane, all of which we cover. We also travel to Shalmsford Street (1 mile east), Chartham (1 mile north-east), Garlinge Green (1 mile south-east), Chartham Hatch (2 miles north) and Petham (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ashford (9 miles south-west), Canterbury (4 miles north-east), Dover (15 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-east) and Whitstable (7 miles north).

Landmarks near Mystole

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Cross Keys Public House, Church of St Mary and Broadham Down. The nearest railway station is Chartham station, about 0.9 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Whitefriars Shopping Centre (3.9 miles north-east) and Chilham Castle (1.9 miles west). The countryside around Mystole includes Blean Woods RSPB Reserve.

Map of Mystole © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should you replace it?

Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so taking one out disturbs a lot. A repair keeps everything as it is. 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 Mystole clients choose us

  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • No need to remove anything
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do

Take a look at our pricing.

Common problems we fix in Mystole

Most cracked trays are trays that flex: if a tray wasn’t bedded on a solid, even base, it flexes each time someone stands on it. Chips generally come from dropped bottles.

Get in touch if you’ve noticed:

  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • Scuffs and light scratches
  • Staining and dullness across the tray

Comparing quotes

  • How soon you can use it again
  • Who turns up on the day
  • How to care for the finish
  • Whether the price covers travel

Choosing a repair company

When a repair is not the answer

Not everything can be repaired, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t fix:

  • Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray
  • A tray broken in more than one place

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.

Surfaces we repair

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

How we price shower tray repair

Prices start from £95. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:

  • Access to the area
  • How much damage there is
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • The material and finish

Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Send photos for a quote

We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:

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

There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

Work for landlords and builders

Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Different materials, different repairs

Ceramic

Ceramic trays are hard and glossy. They chip and crack from impact, and the repair is polished to match the shine.

Enamelled steel

Steel trays have an enamel surface like a steel bath. Exposed metal can rust, so it’s worth repairing early.

FAQs for Mystole

Is there a guarantee?

Yes, for a year. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

How soon can you come?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.

Does someone need to be in?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

Can you resurface a whole tray?

Yes, it’s a common job. A full resurface makes a tired tray look fresh.

Will there be a smell?

There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. If pictures do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

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