Medway · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Chatham
Bath re-enamelling for Chatham, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your photos, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Several chips and rust patches
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Chatham
Re-enamelling is a one-day job for most baths. Nothing is disconnected or removed. If you’re dealing with staining under the taps and around the waste and enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough, we can generally put it right.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
When to call us in Chatham
Enamel wears gradually. Abrasive cleaners, limescale and years of use dull the surface, starting where water runs and sits.
Contact us if you’ve noticed:
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Stains that won’t shift
- A coating lifting around the plughole
Comparing quotes
- How the room is protected while they work
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How long it needs to cure
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
Repairs by material
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we pay close attention there.
FAQs for Chatham
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
What information do you need?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
How do I get a price for bath re-enamelling in Chatham?
Prices start from £350. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
Can you fix a peeling bath coating?
In most cases. We strip the failing coating and resurface it properly. Tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Does the bath have to be removed?
No, it stays where it is. We work on the bath in place, with the room masked and ventilated.
What we do, step by step
Once we’re through the door, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes most of the day, depending on what we find, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- 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.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Ensure the area is dry
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Ask for a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
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Why repair rather than replace?
When the bathroom is fine apart from the bath’s finish, resurfacing is the simplest answer. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Chatham
- One price list for the entire UK
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- A fixed quote before booking
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Take a look at our full price list and bath cost comparison.
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
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 usually cheaper.
How to care for the repair
Aftercare is simple:
- Get any chip repaired quickly
- Store bottles off the bath
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, particularly with hard water, and rinse off any bath products.
Do not try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It just wears the enamel further.
Landlord and trade work in Chatham
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Chatham as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.
Covering Chatham
Chatham is about 29 miles east of London, in Medway. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Chatham is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. We work right across the region, from Chatham to London (29 miles away).
All of ME5, ME4, ME7 and ME1 is within our area. Local streets include Luton High Street, Market Place and High Street, and we cover them all. With the A2 and A229 close by, Chatham is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also work in Luton (1 mile north), Hale (1 mile north-east), Darland (1 mile east), Capstone (1 mile east) and Walderslade (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Rochester (3 miles north-west), Rainham (3 miles east), Strood (3 miles north-west), Park Wood (3 miles east), Twydall (3 miles north-east) and Hoo St Werburgh (5 miles north). Chatham is among the bigger towns we cover in Medway.
Local landmarks in Chatham
Around Chatham, we work in homes near Chatham Free Library, Walderslade Girls' School and Darland Banks, among other places. Also close by are The Huntsman pub (0.9 miles north-west), Christ the King (within half a mile south-east), Wayfield Primary School (within half a mile north) and Walderslade Girls' School (under half a mile south-west). Chatham’s nearest station is Chatham station, roughly 1.7 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Medway Maritime Hospital (1.7 miles north) and Six Poor Travellers House (2.5 miles north-west). Open spaces near Chatham include Blue Bell Hill and Burham Down.
- Local facilities include City of Rochester-upon-Medway (2.9 miles north-west)
What a repair can’t fix
Some jobs are not right for a repair, for example:
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
