Repairs and problems

Chipped enamel and scratched acrylic baths

How this is diagnosed

Enamel chips should be sealed promptly to stop corrosion creeping under the surrounding surface.

Acrylic scratches can often be polished out, since the colour runs through the material.

Where jobs go wrong

Enamel chips should be sealed promptly to stop corrosion creeping under the surrounding surface.
Bathroom Fixtures & Fittings in Tewkesbury, example of work near Gloucestershire, referenced in our guide to chipped baths

Frequently asked

Are repair kits any good?

For small chips they are a reasonable cosmetic and protective fix; large damage needs professional refinishing or replacement.

Why did it chip?

Usually a dropped object; steel baths are more prone than acrylic.

Questions about chipped baths?

A short phone call usually answers more than a long email thread. Ask anything, including the awkward questions.