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Bath Re-enamelling for Cootham homes

Our repair technicians come to Cootham for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
  • A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath re-enamelling in Cootham

How we price bath re-enamelling

Prices start from £350. You will know the full cost before you book. We look at:

  • How much damage there is
  • The type of damage
  • The material
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.

How to get a fixed price

Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • The material, if you know it

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.

About our bath re-enamelling in Cootham

After cleaning, repairing and priming, we spray on the new finish. Most of the work, and most of the durability, is in the preparation, so we do not cut corners on it. Typical jobs include a dull, rough surface that won’t come clean and a peeling or bubbling previous coating, on cast iron baths, acrylic baths and Victorian roll-tops.

All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in West Sussex.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Where
Cootham (RH20)
Region
West Sussex
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

About Cootham

Cootham is about 7 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Cootham is one of 371 places in West Sussex where we work. Our jobs stretch from Cootham to London (43 miles away).

Our visits in RH20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Streets in the area include Warren Croft, Pulborough Road and The Crescent, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Cootham: Storrington (1 mile east), Wiggonholt (2 miles north-west), Sullington (2 miles south-east), West Chiltington Common (2 miles north) and Abingworth (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Horsham (12 miles north-east), Worthing (7 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (13 miles south-west), Chichester (15 miles west), Burgess Hill (15 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south).

Local landmarks in Cootham

Typical jobs here are in homes near Storrington Primary School, Cootham Village Hall and Rydon Community College, among other places. You’ll also find The Crown Inn (less than half a mile west) and Parham Park (1.1 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Pulborough station, roughly 3.3 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Storrington And District Museum (1 mile east) and Amberley Castle (3.2 miles west). For a walk, there’s Chanctonbury Hill and Amberley Wildbrooks RSPB Reserve.

Map of Cootham © OpenStreetMap contributors

Different materials, different repairs

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.

Roll-top and period baths

We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.

Aftercare tips

Aftercare is simple:

  • Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
  • Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
  • Repair dripping taps early
  • Avoid suction-cup mats

Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, as they can stain. Fix dripping taps quickly.

The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.

Repairing versus replacing in Cootham

If the bath is sound, re-enamelling is generally much cheaper than replacing it, once you add removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating to the price of a new bath. It’s also far quicker. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why Cootham customers choose us

  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • A fixed quote before you book

See our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Honest limits

In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:

  • An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
  • A bath that is rusted through
  • Leaks from fittings rather than the bath

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

What we work on

  • Cast iron baths
  • Victorian roll-tops
  • Acrylic baths
  • Pressed steel baths
  • Basins & shower trays

How it works

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Plan for most of the day from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
  2. Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
  3. We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
  4. We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
  5. The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.

How to prepare

  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

How to get a price

For a price in Cootham, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Get a free quote

Related advice

DIY repairs versus a professional job

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.

Common questions in Cootham

Is repairing better than replacing?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.

Is there a smell?

A little, during the work. We set up ventilation and the smell fades as it cures.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

Can you resurface a pink bath in white?

Yes, white is the usual choice. Mention the colour you want when you send photos.

Is my repair covered?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

What areas do you cover?

Everywhere in the UK, Cootham included. There’s no extra charge for travel.

Will the price change on the day?

It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

Work for landlords and builders

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cootham as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.

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