Small Glaze Chip on the Surface
Likely cause: A dropped object or a heavy impact on the tile face.
What we do: Filled with tinted resin, levelled and polished to the surrounding gloss.
From AED 120*
Chipped Tile Surface Repair in Dubai
A dropped pan or a dragged chair can knock a chip out of a perfectly good tile. Most chips do not need the tile replaced. We fill them with colour-matched resin, level the repair and polish it so it blends into the surface.
- 01Starting Price: AED 120*
- 02No tile removal needed
- 03Colour-matched resin filler
- 04Ceramic, porcelain and marble
Know the Damage
Types of Tile Chips and How We Repair Them
The size and position of the chip decide whether it can be filled or whether the tile needs replacing.
Chipped Tile Edge
Likely cause: Furniture dragged across the joint or a tile set slightly proud of its neighbour.
What we do: Edge rebuilt with resin, shaped with a fine blade and colour matched.
Broken Tile Corner
Likely cause: Impact at the weakest point of the tile, often near doors and kitchen islands.
What we do: Corner rebuilt where it is under about 2 cm, otherwise the tile is replaced.
Deep Chip Showing the Tile Body
Likely cause: Heavy impact on porcelain or ceramic, exposing the clay underneath.
What we do: Layered resin filling with matched pigment, then sealed against stains.
Chipped Tiles in Dubai Kitchens, Bathrooms and Hallways
Most chipped tiles we see are in kitchens, where pans and tins are dropped, and in hallways, where furniture is moved during a move-in or move-out. Porcelain tiles are hard but brittle, so a sharp knock can take out a chip without cracking the rest of the tile.
Filling is quicker and cheaper than replacing the tile, and it avoids the risk of damaging the tiles around it. It also means you do not need a spare tile from the same batch, which is often impossible to find a few years after handover.
If the tile is cracked through or loose rather than chipped, it needs a different repair. See cracked and broken tile replacement in Dubai and hollow-sounding tile fixing. For the full range of tile services, visit our tile regrouting in Dubai page.
Moving Out Soon?
Chips near the entrance and kitchen are often flagged at landlord inspections. A quick chip repair visit before handover can help protect your security deposit.
Retiling Instead?
If many tiles are damaged, a full retile may make more sense. See wall tile installation in Dubai for new tiling.
Invisible Repairs
Chipped Tiles Filled and Polished Without Replacement
A chip on the face of a tile catches the eye every time you walk past it. Replacing the tile means cutting out grout, risking its neighbours and finding a matching tile, which is often impossible years after handover.
Our chip repair fills the damage with colour-matched resin, levels it flush and polishes it to the same finish as the tile. Ceramic, porcelain and marble are all repaired the same day.
- No tile removal
- Matched to tile colour
- Polished to the original finish
- Same-day repair
Our Method
Our Chipped Tile Repair Process
- 01
Clean and Degrease
The chip and surrounding area are cleaned with a degreaser so the resin bonds firmly. Loose fragments are removed. The tile must be completely dry before filling.
- 02
Match the Colour
We mix tinted resin or epoxy filler against the tile in natural light. Patterned tiles are matched to the dominant tone. A small test spot confirms the shade.
- 03
Fill and Level
The filler is pressed into the chip slightly proud of the surface. It cures hard within minutes under a UV lamp or within hours for epoxy fillers.
- 04
Shape and Polish
The repair is shaved flush with a fine blade and polished to match the tile finish. Matt tiles are left matt and gloss tiles are buffed to shine.
Chipped Tile Repair: Frequently Asked Questions
How Much Does Chipped Tile Surface Repair Cost in Dubai?
A repair visit covering several small chips starts from AED 120. Each additional chip in the same visit usually costs AED 30 to AED 50. Large or deep chips on marble may cost more because of the extra polishing. Prices vary and can change depending on your exact requirements, the materials and access to the property, so the final price is confirmed after we see photos or visit.
Can Damaged Grout Cause Tile Problems?
Yes. Cracked or missing grout lets water under the tiles, weakening the adhesive. Tiles can then move and chip at the edges more easily.
What Is Epoxy Grout and Where Is It Used?
Epoxy grout is a resin grout that is waterproof and stain resistant. It is used in showers, kitchens and pool areas. We also use epoxy-based fillers for some chip repairs.
Will the Repair Be Visible?
On plain tiles, a well-matched repair is very hard to spot from standing height. On strongly patterned or veined tiles it may be faintly visible up close, but it looks far better than an open chip.
Do You Offer Same-Day Chipped Tile Surface Repair in Dubai?
Often, yes. Most chip repairs take under an hour, and the floor can be walked on the same day once the resin has cured.
Pricing Guide
Chipped Tile Repair Cost in Dubai
Chip repair is priced per visit and per chip. Small glaze chips are quick, while deep chips on marble take longer to fill and polish.
| Job | Starting Price* | What Affects the Price |
|---|---|---|
| Repair Visit, Several Small Chips | From AED 120* | Ceramic or porcelain, colour matched. |
| Each Additional Chip | AED 30 to 50* | Same visit, same area. |
| Edge or Corner Rebuild | From AED 60* | Shaped and polished flush. |
| Marble Chip Repair | From AED 80* | Includes polishing to match. |
*Prices shown are starting guides only. They vary and can change depending on your requirements, the size of the job, the surface, the materials and access to your building. You agree the final price before any work begins.
- Chip cleaned and degreased
- Resin colour matched in daylight
- Filler pressed in and levelled
- Cured with UV or epoxy hardener
- Shaved flush and polished
- Surface sealed against stains
- Neighbouring tiles protected
- Area cleaned after repair
Tools and Materials
Tools, Materials and Products We Use for Chipped Tile Repair
UV-Cure Resin Filler
A clear or tinted resin that hardens in seconds under a UV lamp. It suits small glaze chips on ceramic and porcelain. The fast cure means the floor is usable almost immediately.
Epoxy Stone Filler
A two-part filler for deeper chips and natural stone. It bonds strongly and can be shaped once cured. It is tinted to match marble and granite tones.
Colour Pigments
Concentrated pigments mixed into the filler to match the tile. Several shades are blended for patterned tiles. Matching is checked in natural light, not under artificial lamps.
Polishing Pads
Fine diamond pads that bring the repair to the same gloss as the tile. Matt tiles are finished with a satin pad instead. The repair then reflects light the same way as the surface.
Why Choose Wamtech Services for Chipped Tile Repair in Dubai
Based in Al Barsha since 2014, we work across every Dubai community with trade-specialist technicians and a workmanship guarantee on every job.
No Risk to Neighbouring Tiles
Because the tile stays in place, the surrounding tiles are never disturbed. There is no grout to cut out and no chance of chipping more edges. The repair stays small.
No Hunt for a Spare Tile
Discontinued tiles are a common problem in Dubai buildings a few years after handover. Filling the chip removes the need for a matching tile. Your floor stays consistent.
Matched in Natural Light
Colours are mixed and checked by a window rather than under a lamp. That avoids a repair that looks right at night and wrong by day. The result blends at all times.
Quick and Affordable
Most chips are repaired in under an hour. The cost is a fraction of tile replacement. You can walk on the floor the same day.
More Tile Regrouting Services in Dubai
All Tile Regrouting Services- Cracked/Broken Tile ReplacementAvailable across DubaiView service
- Loose Tile ReinstallationAvailable across DubaiView service
- Hollow-sounding Tile FixingAvailable across DubaiView service
- Hairline Crack FillingAvailable across DubaiView service
- Tile Edge and Corner RepairAvailable across DubaiView service
- Indoor and Outdoor Tile RepairAvailable across DubaiView service
- Tile Surface Polishing and RefinishingAvailable across DubaiView service
- Grout Line Cleaning and Restorationcementitious grout, epoxy groutView service
- Regrouting Worn/Missing Groutcementitious grout, epoxy groutView service
Areas We Cover
Chipped Tile Repair Across Dubai
We repair chipped tiles in apartments, villas and offices across Dubai. Kitchens, hallways and balconies are where we see most chips.
New Dubai and the Coast
- Dubai Marina
- JBR
- JLT
- Palm Jumeirah
- Al Sufouh
- Discovery Gardens
- Al Furjan
Central Dubai
- Downtown Dubai
- Business Bay
- DIFC
- Jumeirah
- Umm Suqeim
- Al Barsha
- Tecom
- The Greens
Villa Communities
- Arabian Ranches
- Dubai Hills Estate
- Emirates Hills
- The Springs
- The Meadows
- Damac Hills
- Motor City
- Sports City
- JVC
- JVT
- Town Square
Old Dubai and East
- Deira
- Bur Dubai
- Mirdif
- Al Warqa
- Silicon Oasis
- Al Qusais
Photograph the Chip Next to a Coin
We can usually confirm from one photo whether it can be filled and what it will cost.