A small chip on the outer surface or edge of a ceramic sink or porcelain basin may be suitable for a localised cosmetic repair. MHrepairs assesses these areas individually, considering the material, damage position and surrounding finish. We do not repair the inside of sink bowls. We are based in Kilsyth and serve Central Scotland; include your postcode so coverage can be confirmed.
Outer surfaces and edges: what can be assessed?
Send photographs of the damaged outer surface or chipped edge, including an intact area nearby. The size, depth and location of a chip affect suitability. Explain whether the mark followed an impact and whether anything has already been used to fill or paint it. Not every sink or damaged area is suitable for a local repair.
Why we do not repair inside the bowl
The inside of a sink bowl is a high-use area. Frequent contact and heavy everyday use can wear a local repair over time, so MHrepairs no longer offers repairs to bowl interiors. Outer surfaces and edges are normally suitable areas to assess, but a repair is not automatically possible in every case.
A crack needs a different assessment
If a line extends beyond the chip, photograph its full visible length and mention any leak, movement or earlier repair. Cosmetic work does not establish structural condition or watertightness and is not plumbing or a leak investigation. A loose fitting, leaking basin or underlying fault may need another qualified trade or replacement before appearance work is considered.
Colour, glaze and sheen matching
White ceramics vary in shade and gloss. Curves, lighting and wear can make a repaired area more noticeable. The aim is to make suitable local damage less conspicuous, not to promise a completely invisible finish or renew the entire sink. Photographs help with an initial assessment but are not precise colour samples. This service is not an offer to change the colour of the whole basin.
What photos should I send?
- A sharp close-up of the chip or crack in ordinary light, without filters.
- A wider view showing the whole sink and where the damage sits.
- A second angle showing the surrounding glaze and finish.
- Your postcode, an approximate damage size and the material or model if known.
- Details of any leak, movement, previous repair or installation concern.
Do not handle sharp damaged edges or press a crack to demonstrate movement. Agree suitability, repair scope, finish limitations and the quote before arranging work.
Repair guarantee
Repairs carry a 12-month guarantee, excluding repairs to cracks in baths and shower trays. This applies to eligible outer-surface and edge repairs; bowl-interior repairs are not offered. A guarantee is not a promise of restored structural strength or watertightness.
For related materials and limitations, see our bath, shower-tray and sink repair assessment guidance.
Send sink photos for a repair quote
Use either the website form or WhatsApp to send a close-up, a wider photo, your postcode and a short description of the damage.
Martin is the proud owner of MHrepairs, a leading local provider of hard surface repair services in Glasgow. A resident of Kilsyth, just a few miles from Glasgow, Martin is a happily married man with two amazing kids. His passion for his work is evident in the quality of services he provides to his customers. Martin takes pride in his ability to tackle even the trickiest of repairs and deliver results that exceed his customers’ expectations. He is passionate about his work and finds immense satisfaction in seeing his customers’ reactions to repairs they thought were impossible. With his expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction, Martin is dedicated to providing first-class services to clients throughout Glasgow and beyond.
