East Sussex · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Brede, East Sussex
Bath re-enamelling in Brede without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
About our bath re-enamelling in Brede
A re-enamelled bath looks and feels like a new one, without any of the disruption of replacing it. It’s ideal if you like your bathroom but not the state of the bath. We are frequently asked to fix several chips and rust patches and an outdated colour you’d like to change, on basins & shower trays, cast iron baths and acrylic baths.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.
- Where
- Brede (TN31)
- County
- East Sussex
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Steel often rusts by the plughole, so we check it carefully.
Common problems we fix in Brede
Once enamel loses its gloss, it stains more easily, and scrubbing it wears it down further. At that stage, resurfacing is the fix.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Several chips and rust patches
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- Stains that won’t shift
- A coating lifting around the plughole
What your quote should include
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How to look after the finish
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What protection goes down before work starts
Aftercare tips
To keep it looking its best:
- Do not leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, and rinse away any product left on the surface.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It removes more of the surface and makes resurfacing more work.
DIY kit or professional repair?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
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 else we do in Brede
Repairing versus replacing in Brede
A replacement frequently means several trades over several days. Re-enamelling is one technician, typically one day, with the bath back in use the next day. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. We don’t add 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.
What you get with us
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- One price list for the entire UK
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Questions from Brede
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
How soon can you come?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Is my repair covered?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
In most cases. We strip the failing coating and resurface it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Prices start from £350. We charge the same across the UK, including Brede. What changes the price is:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What kind of damage it is
- The material and finish
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
How to get a fixed price
Two or three clear photos are generally enough. It helps if you send:
- One picture of the entire bath
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Something in shot to show the size
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, include your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A bath split right through the body
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- Holes rusted through the metal
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
Brede and the surrounding area
Brede is about 5 miles north of Hastings, in East Sussex. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Brede is one of 289 places in East Sussex we cover. We work right across the region, from Brede to London (about 49 miles away).
Our visits in TN31 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Brede Hill and Stubb Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. If you’re just outside Brede, we cover Cackle Street (1 mile north), Westfield (2 miles south-west), Kent Street (3 miles south-west), Sedlescombe (3 miles west) and Mill Corner (3 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Hastings (5 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (8 miles south-west), St Leonards (6 miles south), Hastings Old Town (5 miles south), Belmont (5 miles south) and Heathfield (15 miles west).
What’s near Brede
In Brede, that means homes near Brede Primary School, The Red Lion Public House and The Parish Church of St George. Brede’s nearest station is Doleham station, about 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Barn Theatre and Museum (2.5 miles south) and Conquest Hospital (3.5 miles south). Not far away are Flatropers Wood and Senlac Hill.
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you’re not left guessing. Once we’re there, the work takes a full day in most cases. We leave the room clean.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures until the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Get a quote
For a price in Brede, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
