Kent · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Deal, Kent
Damaged bath in Deal? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- An old resurfacing that is failing
When a repair isn’t the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- Holes rusted through the metal
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
Bath re-enamelling in Deal, done in place
After cleaning, repairing and priming, we spray on the new finish. The preparation is what makes it last, so we don’t cut corners on it. Typical jobs include an outdated colour you’d like to change and thin, worn enamel in places, across pressed steel baths, cast iron baths and Victorian roll-tops.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Deal as everywhere else we work.
- Location
- Deal (CT14)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- What the surface is made of
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The type of damage
- The size and number of damaged areas
No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Send photos for a quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- Where you are, by postcode
- The material, if you know it
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Most customers in Deal get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Nearby places to Deal
Other services in Deal
The process
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for most of the day. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and how to look after it.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- The bath is left to cure and can generally be used the following day.
How to prepare
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Advice
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 baths can be resurfaced too, with a coating system suited to acrylic. The bath needs to be firm and well supported for the finish to last.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will 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.
Repair or replace in Deal?
If you like your bathroom but not your bath’s surface, re-enamelling is the least disruptive fix. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Deal
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- We leave the room as we found it
- One visit for most repairs
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Common questions in Deal
What areas do you cover?
We cover the whole UK, including Deal and the rest of Kent. Just include your postcode and we’ll offer you dates.
How do I get a price for bath re-enamelling in Deal?
Prices start from £350. We give a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your CT14 postcode.
Is there any odour?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
Will the bath be moved?
No. We resurface it in place, so the tiles and taps stay put.
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Deal
Previous coatings can fail too, lifting by the plughole or blistering. Failing coatings are stripped back before we resurface.
Look out for any of the following:
- A coloured bath you want in white
- Stains that won’t shift
- Several chips and rust patches
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
What your quote should include
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How long it needs to cure
Our work in Deal
Deal is about 14 miles east of Canterbury, in Kent. From the centre of Deal to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Our repair technicians cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. We work right across the region, from Deal to London (about 67 miles away).
Here we cover the CT14 postcode area. Whether you live on London Road, Forelands Square and Herschell Square or a nearby road, we can come to you. Main roads around Deal include the A258 and B2056, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Deal include Mill Hill (1 mile west), Walmer (1 mile south), Sholden (1 mile north-west), Sholden Meadows (1 mile north-west) and Great Mongeham (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (14 miles west), Margate (11 miles north), Dover (7 miles south-west), Folkestone (13 miles south-west), Ramsgate (8 miles north) and Broadstairs (10 miles north).
Near you in Deal
We visit homes around Betteshanger Park, St Saviour's and Castle Community College. You will also find Deal Parochial Church of England Primary School (within half a mile south-east) and Brickmakers Arms (less than half a mile north-east). The nearest railway station is Deal station, roughly 0.5 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Kent Museum of the Moving Image (0.6 miles north-east) and Deal Castle (0.5 miles east).
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- Don’t use the bath until it has fully cured
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, especially in hard water areas, and rinse away any product left on the surface.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
