Dorset · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Drimpton homes
Problem with your bath in Drimpton? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A coloured bath you want in white
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
About our bath re-enamelling in Drimpton
Most baths are re-enamelled in a day, and you can use the bath the following day. Nothing is disconnected or removed. We are frequently asked to fix a coating lifting around the plughole and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring, across pressed steel baths, Victorian roll-tops and acrylic baths.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.
- Location
- Drimpton (DT8)
- County
- Dorset
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we’re called out for in Drimpton
A dull surface stains and holds dirt, and scrubbing it wears it down further. That is the point where re-enamelling makes sense.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- Stains that will not shift
- Thin, worn enamel in places
Before booking anyone
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Aftercare advice
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
Aftercare tips
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
- Fix dripping taps quickly
Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, do not use suction bath mats, and do not leave bottles or razors standing on the surface.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It just wears the enamel further.
Why repair rather than replace?
Getting a cast iron bath out is hard work: it’s very heavy, may need breaking up, and the replacement can be costly. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Drimpton
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Work done at your home or business
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- One visit for most repairs
Read our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Where we work around Drimpton
Drimpton is about 6 miles east of Chard, in Dorset. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. Drimpton is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset we cover.
Jobs in DT8 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Oxhayes, Marksmead and Applefield Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. If you are just outside Drimpton, we cover Netherhay (1 mile north-west), Greenham (1 mile south-west), Clapton (1 mile north), Wayford (1 mile north) and Burstock (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Bridport (8 miles south-east), Sherborne (15 miles north-east), Lyme Regis (9 miles south-west), Beaminster (4 miles south-east), Allington (8 miles south) and Charmouth (8 miles south-west).
Near you in Drimpton
Our clients here include homes close to Royal Oak pub and St Mary's Church. The closest station to Drimpton is Crewkerne station, roughly 3.1 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Crewkerne Community Hospital (3 miles north-east) and Crewkerne Castle (3.5 miles north). For a walk, there is Conegar Hill.
What a repair can’t fix
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, including:
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- A metal bath with a through crack
- Holes rusted through the metal
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we work on in Drimpton
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
Common questions in Drimpton
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working that clears as it cures.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes, we do this regularly. Removing the old finish takes extra time, which we include in the price.
What happens next?
You will get a fixed quote back, usually with dates to choose from. There is no obligation to book.
How do I book?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you quote from pictures?
In nearly every case. If photos do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
What happens on the day
From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a full day, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- 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
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Get a quote
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
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Landlord and trade work in Drimpton
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Drimpton as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Cast iron
Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.
What else we do in Drimpton
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. We don’t charge extra for travel to Drimpton. The price comes down to:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The material
- What kind of damage it is
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Getting a price from pictures
When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The material, if you know it
Most clients in Drimpton get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
