Portsmouth · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Farlington homes
We travel to Farlington for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Common problems we fix in Farlington
In hard water areas, limescale and the cleaning it needs wear enamel faster, and abrasive cleaners do the most damage.
The things customers usually mention when they call include:
- Brown or grey marks that don’t clean off
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
What your quote should include
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Farlington
Cast iron, steel, acrylic, roll-top and period baths can all be resurfaced. The finish is sprayed on in several coats over a bonding primer, after the bath has been cleaned, repaired and keyed. We regularly repair cast iron baths, Victorian roll-tops and basins & shower trays, and the jobs we see most are chips and rust in more than one place and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Location
- Farlington (PO6, PO9, PO7)
- County
- Portsmouth
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Nearby places to Farlington
Also in Farlington
Repairing versus replacing in Farlington
When the bathroom is fine apart from the bath’s finish, re-enamelling is the least disruptive fix. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Farlington
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Generally one visit, start to finish
See our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
- Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Do not leave a chip unrepaired
Avoid hair dye, bath bombs and oils sitting on the surface, because they can mark the finish. Fix dripping taps quickly.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, do not pick at it. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
About Farlington
Farlington is about 2 miles south of Purbrook, in Portsmouth. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Farlington is one of 19 towns and villages in Portsmouth we cover. We work right across the region, from Farlington to London (61 miles away).
We cover every part of the PO6, PO9 and PO7 postcode area and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Galt Road, Grant Road and Havant Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Farlington include Drayton (1 mile west), Widley (1 mile north-west), Cosham (1 mile west), Bedhampton (1 mile north-east) and Purbrook (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Portsmouth (3 miles south-west), Southsea (5 miles south), Milton (4 miles south), Landport (4 miles south-west), Baffins (3 miles south) and Rudmore (3 miles south-west).
What’s near Farlington
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Andrew, New Inn and Springfield School. Also close by are Solent Infant School (less than half a mile north-west) and Springfield School (0.7 miles west). Farlington’s nearest station is Cosham station, roughly 1.5 miles west. A little further out are Warblington Castle (2.9 miles east) and Queen Alexandra Hospital (1.6 miles west). Not far away are Portsdown Hill and Southmoor Nature Reserve.
How the visit works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for a full day from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
- Once cured, normally by the next day, the bath is ready.
Before we arrive
- Let us know about parking or access
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
How to get a price
To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll say immediately whether it can be repaired.
Advice
Landlord and trade work in Farlington
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- Problems we cannot see until an old finish comes off
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
What bath re-enamelling costs
Resurfacing from £350. There’s no charge for travel to Farlington. The price depends on:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The colour and finish to match
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether we combine several jobs
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Quotes from your photos
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- Something in shot to show the size
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Natural light rather than flash
- One sharp close-up of the damage
We price from pictures 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’ll come back with a fixed figure.
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
Common questions in Farlington
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.
Will the new finish last?
It depends on preparation, use and care. With good preparation and gentle cleaning it lasts a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Usually, yes. We strip the failing coating and resurface it properly. Mention it when you send photos.
What areas do you cover?
All of Portsmouth, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.
Do you come to Farlington?
We do. Technicians travel to Farlington from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes. We can resurface a coloured bath in white, and the basin and toilet can be done too.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
