Cumbria · England
Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Stainton, Cumbria
Our repair technicians come to Stainton for shower tray chip, crack and scratch repairs and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Repairs from £95
- A dull, stained or worn surface
- Chips on the edges
Shower tray repair in Stainton without replacing anything
Most tray damage can be repaired in place, from a chip by the waste to a crack across the base. The colour and finish are matched. Typical jobs include scuffs and light scratches and chips on the edges, across acrylic, enamelled steel and cast iron.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Area
- Stainton (CA11)
- Region
- Cumbria
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Stainton and nearby
Stainton is about 2 miles south-west of Penrith, in Cumbria. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Stainton is one of 438 places in Cumbria we cover. We work right across the region, from Stainton to Newcastle upon Tyne (52 miles away).
Our visits in CA11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Keld Close, Keld Head and Sunny Bank and the roads around them. Other places close to Stainton include Newbiggin (1 mile west), Newton Reigny (2 miles north), Pooley Bridge (2 miles south), Greystoke (3 miles north-west) and Penruddock (4 miles west). Larger places within reach include Keswick (14 miles west), Appleby-in-Westmorland (13 miles east), Carleton (3 miles east), Chestnut Hill (13 miles west), Bongate (14 miles east) and Dalston (15 miles north-west).
What’s near Stainton
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Michael's Church, Stainton CofE Primary School and Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith and the streets around them. Stainton’s nearest station is Penrith station, about 2 miles north-east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Penrith Steam Museum (2.1 miles north-east) and Penrith Castle (2.1 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Dunmallard Hill.
Why repair rather than replace?
Trays sit under the screen and tiles, so taking one out disturbs a lot. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Stainton
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Rooms protected and left tidy
See our pricing.
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Keep heavy bottles on a shelf
- Rinse away soap after showering
- Replace failing sealant promptly
- Stick to gentle cleaners
Keep an eye on the sealant, and reseal when it starts to fail.
Stop using the shower if the tray is cracked. Water can get through to the floor and walls, where it causes damage you cannot see.
What affects the price in Stainton
Prices start from £95. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. This is what makes a difference:
- What the surface is made of
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Whether we combine several jobs
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before you book.
Send photos for a quote
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- A wider photo showing the whole shower tray
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Where you are, by postcode
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
For a price in Stainton, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
What a repair can’t fix
To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:
- Movement caused by a poor base, until the support is fixed
- Damage below the tray that needs a builder
- Leaking waste fittings
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Stainton
- Stone resin
- Cast iron
- Enamelled steel
- Ceramic
- Acrylic
What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance. On site, it takes a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray for most jobs. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.
- We check the tray is firmly supported and find the cause of any crack.
- Next we clean and prepare the tray.
- We fill and strengthen any chips or cracks and sand them smooth.
- We colour-match the repair, or spray a new finish across the entire tray.
- Once cured, normally by the following day, you can use the shower.
Preparing for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Ensure the area is dry
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Ask for a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the shower tray, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
Related advice
When to call us in Stainton
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. Dropped bottles cause most chips.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Snagging damage in a new bathroom
- Scuffs and light scratches
- Staining and dullness across the tray
- Movement when you stand on it
Comparing quotes
- How your room will be protected
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How soon you can use it again
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
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Stainton: your questions answered
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Which areas do you work in?
Across the UK, and that includes Stainton. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Can pets and children be at home?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
What does shower tray repair cost?
Repairs from £95. We give a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a picture of the entire item and your postcode.
Can you make an old tray look new?
Yes. We can resurface the whole tray for a fresh finish without removing it.
What happens after I send pictures?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
