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Shower tray repair & resurfacing in Temple Bar, Greater London

Shower tray repair across Temple Bar and nearby, normally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.

  • Repairs from £95
  • Snagging damage in a new bathroom
  • Chips or cracks by the plughole
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book shower tray repair in Temple Bar

How we handle shower tray repair in Temple Bar

A cracked or chipped shower tray doesn’t always need replacing. If it’s firmly supported, we can repair it where it is, saving you the cost and mess of a new one. We are frequently asked to fix a damaged area around the waste and a tray that flexes, in ceramic, acrylic and enamelled steel.

All our work comes with a one-year guarantee.

Where
Temple Bar (WC2B, WC2E, EC1N)
County
Greater London
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Price
From £95. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

How the visit works

Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and tidy away. Plan for a few hours, or most of the day to resurface the whole tray. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. We ensure the tray doesn’t flex and look for the cause of any crack.
  2. Next we clean and prepare the tray.
  3. We fill and reinforce chips and cracks, then sand them flush.
  4. We match the colour, or refinish the full tray.
  5. Once cured, generally by the next day, you can use the shower.

How to prepare

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Keep a parking space free if you can

How to get a price

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and no obligation.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Common problems we fix in Temple Bar

Most cracked trays are trays that flex: without a solid, level base underneath, every shower puts strain on it. Chips typically come from dropped bottles.

Common reasons people in Temple Bar contact us include:

  • Chipped corners or rims
  • A crack across the base
  • A damaged area around the waste
  • Scratches in the surface

Comparing quotes

  • When it can be used again
  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • How your room will be protected
  • What preparation is included

Choosing a repair company

Honest limits

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits:

  • Plumbing leaks under the tray
  • A tray that flexes because it was never properly supported
  • Water damage to the floor beneath the tray

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.

Materials we repair

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

Different materials, different repairs

Stone resin

Stone resin trays are heavy and rigid with a gel-coat finish. They crack if the base isn’t fully supported, and chips are filled and matched to the surface.

Acrylic

Acrylic trays are lighter and slightly flexible, so good support matters. We repair cracks and scratches.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Temple Bar

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

What shower tray repair costs

Prices start from £95. We don’t charge extra for travel to Temple Bar. The price depends on:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • How many areas need work
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The material

We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

How to get a fixed price

The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • Any details about the material
  • A wider photo showing the whole shower tray

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the shower tray, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.

Repair or replace in Temple Bar?

The tray is typically the last thing fitted and the first thing tiled up to, so taking one out disturbs a lot. Repairing it avoids that disruption. Our shower tray repair starts from £95. A repair normally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.

What you get with us

  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Colour mixed on the day to match

Take a look at our pricing.

Temple Bar: your questions answered

What happens after I send pictures?

You get a fixed price and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

How long does it take to cure?

Typically the following day. We will confirm before we leave.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.

Is it messy?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we have finished.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

Is a cracked shower tray safe to use?

We would stop using it until it’s repaired, in case water is getting through.

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

About Temple Bar

Temple Bar is about 1 mile south of St Pancras, in Greater London. Across the WC2B area, a technician comes to you. Temple Bar is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.

Every address in WC2B, WC2E and EC1N is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Shoe Lane, Drury Lane and New Square or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. With the A4 and A40 close by, Temple Bar is simple for us to get to. If you’re just outside Temple Bar, we cover Temple (1 mile south), Clare Market (1 mile west), Aldwych (1 mile west), Blackfriars (1 mile east) and Covent Garden (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Kensington (4 miles west), Walthamstow (6 miles north-east), Hampstead (4 miles north-west), Ruislip (13 miles west), Brompton (3 miles south-west) and Stockwell (3 miles south).

Landmarks near Temple Bar

In Temple Bar, that means homes near Queen's Head Tavern, Lincoln's Inn Fields and London Nautical School and the streets around them. You’ll also find Temple Church (within half a mile south-east), Mercers' School (within half a mile north), British Library of Political and Economic Science (within half a mile west) and St Clement Danes CofE Primary School (within half a mile west). Temple Bar has its own railway station: City Thameslink station. Nearby you will also find Montfichet's Tower (0.5 miles east) and Twinings Museum (less than half a mile south-west). Green spaces nearby include Ludgate Hill and Barnsbury Wood.

  • Local facilities include Liberty of the Savoy (within half a mile south-west)
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