East Sussex · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Cross in Hand
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Cross in Hand and the surrounding area, normally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
Bath re-enamelling in Cross in Hand, done in place
When a bath is structurally fine but worn out on the surface, resurfacing is normally the best value. It avoids removal, plumbing and re-tiling. Our technicians work on acrylic baths, basins & shower trays and cast iron baths, and the jobs we see most are chips and rust in more than one place and wear marks under the taps.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Cross in Hand (TN21)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Cross in Hand
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
How long does re-enamelling take?
Generally one day, with the bath ready the next day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
Do you cover Cross in Hand?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Cross in Hand from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes, white is the usual choice. Mention the colour you want when you send pictures.
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Someone resurfaced my bath and it’s peeling. Can you help?
Typically, yes. The old coating comes off before we resurface it. Tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
How much does bath re-enamelling cost in Cross in Hand?
Prices start from £350. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
Which areas do you work in?
Across the UK. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Places near Cross in Hand
What else we do in Cross in Hand
Different materials, different repairs
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
What we can’t put right
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
DIY repairs versus a professional job
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacement only makes sense in a few cases: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. Otherwise, resurfacing typically wins. Prices start from £350. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cross in Hand
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Most jobs done in one visit
Take a look at our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
What we do, step by step
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you are not left guessing. On site, it takes the best part of a day in most cases. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Ask for a price
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Related advice
Cross in Hand and nearby
Cross in Hand is about 5 miles east of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Customers in Cross in Hand get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed price from your photos, then a visit to do the work. Our repair technicians cover 289 places in East Sussex. You can also see our page for London, about 39 miles away.
Jobs in TN21 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Fir Grove Road, Windmill Place and Dads Hill or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Roser's Cross (1 mile south-west), Waldron (1 mile south-west), Heathfield (2 miles east), Sandy Cross (2 miles south-east) and Lions Green (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (13 miles south), Bexhill-on-Sea (14 miles south-east), Seaford (14 miles south), Lewes (11 miles south-west), Hailsham (8 miles south) and Crowborough (6 miles north).
What’s near Cross in Hand
In Cross in Hand, that means homes near Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School, Passingworth Park and St Bartholomew. Cross in Hand’s nearest station is Buxted station, roughly 3.9 miles west. Nearby you will also find Sussex Farm Museum (2.8 miles south) and Tickerage Castle (2.9 miles west). Not far away are Selwyns Wood.
Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
A quick rinse and wipe after use helps, especially in hard water areas, so limescale cannot build up.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, do not pick at it. Water gets under it and the damage spreads, so have it stripped and resurfaced.
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Cross in Hand
Many baths we resurface have simply been well used. The body of the bath is generally perfectly sound.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
What to look for in a quote
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How soon you can use it again
- Aftercare advice
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. We price every job individually. The main factors are:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How hard the colour is to match
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Getting a price from pictures
You can typically get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:
- Any details about the material
- One picture of the whole bath
- Details of any past repairs
- Something in shot to show the size
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
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