West Sussex · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Coates, West Sussex
Damaged bath in Coates? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
Bath re-enamelling in Coates without replacing anything
We clean, repair and prime the bath before spraying the new finish. Most of the work, and most of the durability, is in the preparation, so we don’t cut corners on it. If you are dealing with stains that won’t shift and a peeling or bubbling previous coating, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Coates (RH20)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a full day, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- Next we degrease the bath and fix chips and rust spots.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- Once cured, normally by the next day, the bath is ready.
How to prepare
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Get a quote
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
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When to call us in Coates
Many baths we resurface have simply been well used, with nothing wrong except the surface. The body of the bath is generally perfectly sound.
People usually call us when they notice one of these:
- Wear marks under the taps
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
What your quote should include
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- How the room is protected while they work
- What happens if they find more damage
- When it can be used again
Work for landlords and builders
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
If you manage property in Coates, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
DIY kit or professional repair?
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
Questions from Coates
Does the bath have to be removed?
Not at all. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room protected and ventilated.
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
How durable is a resurfaced bath?
Care for it and it lasts. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
Will it make a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
Are there extra charges for Coates?
There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
When we would advise against a repair
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
Also in Coates
Coates and the surrounding area
Coates is about 10 miles north of Littlehampton, in West Sussex. We travel to clients in Coates and nearby villages, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. We work in all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. You can also see our page for London, about 43 miles away.
Jobs in RH20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you are just outside Coates, we cover Lower Horncroft (1 mile east), Fittleworth (1 mile north-east), Bedham (1 mile north-east), Watersfield (2 miles south-east) and Coldwaltham (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Horsham (14 miles north-east), Worthing (12 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (12 miles south-west), Chichester (12 miles south-west), Littlehampton (10 miles south) and Lancing (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Coates
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Fittleworth CofE Village School, The Swan Hotel and Church of St Agatha, among other places. The closest station to Coates is Pulborough station, about 2.7 miles east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Coates Castle (0.5 miles south-west) and Coultershaw Heritage Site (2 miles north-west). The countryside around Coates includes Bignor Hill and Amberley Wild Brooks.
Why repair rather than replace?
If you like your bathroom but not your bath’s surface, resurfacing is the simplest answer. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Coates
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Colour mixed on the day to match
Take a look at our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Doing more than one item at once
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Send pictures for a quote
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Natural light rather than flash
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
If you are in Coates and want a price, 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.
How to care for the repair
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
Rinse the bath and wipe it over after use, especially in hard water areas, so limescale cannot build up.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It removes more of the surface and makes resurfacing more work.
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