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Bath Re-enamelling in East Malling
Bath re-enamelling across East Malling and nearby, normally in one visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Bath re-enamelling at your home in East Malling
Re-enamelling works especially well on cast iron and steel, and acrylic baths can be resurfaced too. You end up with a smooth, glossy surface. Common call-outs are for a bath in a colour that no longer suits and a bath that stays dull however much you clean it, on basins & shower trays, Victorian roll-tops and acrylic baths.
Every job is backed for twelve months in East Malling and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Area
- East Malling (ME19)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
How to care for the repair
Aftercare is simple:
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Get any chip repaired quickly
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
Wait for the curing time we give you before the first bath. After that, a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
Work for landlords and builders
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
What happens on the day
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes most of the day. If anything looks different from your photos, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Get a quote
To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
When we would advise against a repair
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in East Malling
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
Repairs by material
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.
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.
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East Malling: your questions answered
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
What does bath re-enamelling cost?
Resurfacing from £350. Every job gets a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up and a picture of the entire item and your postcode.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day.
Is there any odour?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
Will the new finish last?
A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
How do I book?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.
East Malling and nearby
East Malling is about 4 miles north-west of Maidstone, in Kent. From the centre of East Malling to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Our repair technicians cover 922 places across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from East Malling to London (about 27 miles away).
Our visits in ME19 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on High Street, Chapman Way and Lister Close or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. We also travel to Well Street (1 mile south), Ditton (1 mile east), West Malling (1 mile west), Aylesford (2 miles east) and Kings Hill (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (4 miles south-east), Sittingbourne (13 miles east), Dartford (14 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles south-west) and Gravesend (10 miles north).
Local landmarks in East Malling
Around East Malling, we work in homes near The Rising Sun pub, The Malling School and Church of St James and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include St James the Great Academy (within half a mile west), The Malling School (less than half a mile south) and Ditton Quarry (1 mile east). East Malling’s nearest station is East Malling station, roughly 0.7 miles south-east of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Leybourne Castle (0.9 miles north-west) and Fremlin Walk (3.9 miles east). Open spaces near East Malling include Burham Down and Blue Bell Hill.
Why repair rather than replace?
A replacement often means several trades over several days. Re-enamelling is one technician, usually one day, with the bath back in use the next day. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
What you get with us
- Colour-matched on site
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Read our pricing or bath cost comparison.
What we are called out for in East Malling
Enamel doesn’t fail overnight. Years of cleaning, hard water and hot baths wear the gloss away, starting where water runs and sits.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Stains that won’t shift
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Questions to ask before you book
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- Whether a trained technician does the job
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
