West Sussex · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Crabtree, West Sussex
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for householders, landlords and businesses in Crabtree. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Brown or grey marks that don’t clean off
- A coloured bath you want in white
Bath re-enamelling in Crabtree without replacing anything
Re-enamelling works especially well on cast iron and steel, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. You end up with a smooth, glossy surface. Typical jobs include a bath that stays dull however much you clean it and brown or grey marks that don’t clean off, in cast iron baths, Victorian roll-tops and pressed steel baths.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll sort it.
- Location
- Crabtree (RH13)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we’re there, the work takes the best part of a day in most cases. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- 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.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
Ask for a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Crabtree
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip.
For anyone letting property in or around Crabtree, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we will come back with a combined price.
Should I try a DIY kit 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.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Crabtree and the surrounding area
Crabtree is about 5 miles south-east of Horsham, in West Sussex. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Crabtree is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 34 miles away.
Every address in RH13 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Mill Lane, Peppersgate and Long Hill or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. If you are just outside Crabtree, we cover Lower Beeding (1 mile north), Colwood (1 mile south-east), Monk's Gate (2 miles north-west), Plummers Plain (2 miles north-east) and Mannings Heath (2 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Crawley (7 miles north-east), Horsham (5 miles north-west), Worthing (14 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (7 miles east), Burgess Hill (7 miles south-east) and East Grinstead (13 miles north-east).
What’s near Crabtree
Typical jobs here are in homes near Newells Preparatory School, Leonardslee and Old Church House the Glebe, among other places. The closest station to Crabtree is Horsham station, roughly 4.6 miles north-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Horsham Hospital (4.9 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Knepp Wildland.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- The material
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Unusual colours or finishes
- How many areas need work
We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
How to get a fixed quote
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Details of any past repairs
- The material, if you know it
- Natural light rather than flash
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Steel baths re-enamel well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Steel often rusts by the plughole, so we pay close attention there.
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that’s the part we put right.
Questions from Crabtree
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across West Sussex.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. If pictures don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so nothing else is disturbed.
What we’re called out for in Crabtree
Hard water speeds up the wear, and gritty cleaners are the worst culprits.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Several chips and rust patches
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- A coating lifting around the plughole
Before you book anyone
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether the price covers travel
- How long it needs to cure
How to look after the repair
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Store bottles off the bath
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Never use suction bath mats
Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, don’t use suction bath mats, and do not leave bottles or razors standing on the surface.
Do not try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It just wears the enamel further.
Repairing versus replacing in Crabtree
Replacing a cast iron bath is a big job: it’s very heavy, may need breaking up, and the replacement can be costly. Re-enamelling avoids all of it. Prices start from £350. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Crabtree
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- One price list for the entire UK
Read our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
