Somerset · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Cross, Somerset
Bath re-enamelling in Cross without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Cross as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Somerset and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Bath re-enamelling in Cross without replacing anything
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. Whether it’s wear marks under the taps and stains that won’t shift, we can help, on Victorian roll-tops, cast iron baths and pressed steel baths alike.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Location
- Cross (BS26)
- County
- Somerset
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Cross questions
How long does re-enamelling take?
Normally a day, then it’s ready to use the following day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can you fix a peeling bath coating?
Yes. Removing the old finish takes extra time, which we include in the price.
Can you re-enamel a roll-top bath?
Yes, frequently. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
Do you come to Cross?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Cross for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
How long does re-enamelling last?
It depends on preparation, use and care. Properly prepared and looked after, it lasts well, and it’s guaranteed for a year.
What happens after I send pictures?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Do you need to take the bath out?
Not at all. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room masked and ventilated.
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DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
Repairing versus replacing in Cross
Replacement only makes sense in a few cases: if the bath is cracked through, if you want a different size or shape, or if you’re refitting the entire room anyway. In most other cases, resurfacing is the better choice. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cross
- No extra charge for your area
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.
What we’re called out for in Cross
By the time a bath is a few decades old, it may have a mix of issues: worn patches, chips, rust spots and stains. Re-enamelling deals with all of them in one go.
Customers generally contact us about:
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
- Stains that won’t shift
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- Lots of chips and rust spots
Before booking anyone
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How the colour is matched
- Who turns up on the day
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:
- How much damage there is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether we combine several jobs
- What the surface is made of
There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Getting a price from photos
You can normally get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- One sharp close-up of the damage
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.
What we can’t put right
In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- Steel that has corroded right through
- A bath split right through the body
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
About Cross
Cross is about 6 miles south-east of Weston-super-Mare, in Somerset. We visit homes and businesses in Cross and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. We cover all 640 towns and villages across Somerset, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our repair technicians cover all of the BS26 postcode area. Jobs here include addresses on Old Coach Road, Springfield Close and Webbington Road and the roads around them. Close by, we cover New Town (1 mile west), Lower Weare (1 mile south-west), Compton Bishop (1 mile west), Axbridge (1 mile east) and Weare (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Bridgwater (13 miles south-west), Burnham-on-Sea (7 miles south-west), Wells (10 miles south-east), Midsomer Norton (15 miles east), Shepton Mallet (15 miles south-east) and Street (12 miles south).
Around Cross
Our clients here include homes close to Axbridge Church of England First School Academy, The White Hart Inn and Church of St John the Baptist, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Banwell Museum (2.9 miles north) and Banwell Castle (2.5 miles north). The countryside around Cross includes Wavering Down and Kingswood.
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Repair dripping taps early
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Avoid suction-cup mats
Wait for the curing time we give you before the first bath. Then, gentle cleaning with a soft cloth is enough.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
What we do, step by step
We turn up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. Most visits take most of the day, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- First we look the bath over and confirm the finish.
- Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
- The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
- Primer and finish coats are applied.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Before we arrive
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Point us to the nearest place to park
How to get a price
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.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
