Dorset · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Ferndown, Dorset
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Ferndown and across Dorset. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- An old resurfacing that is failing
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Ferndown
The bath stays where it is, so your taps, tiles and plumbing are left alone. It normally takes one visit, and can be used again the day after. Whether it’s an original cast iron bath that needs restoring and a bath that stays dull however much you clean it, we can generally put it right.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are covered after the visit.
- Where
- Ferndown (BH22, BH21)
- County
- Dorset
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Covering Ferndown
Ferndown is about 5 miles north of Bournemouth, in Dorset. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our repair technicians cover all 462 towns and villages across Dorset.
We cover every part of the BH22 and BH21 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether you live on Church Road, Southwood Close and Albert Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Main roads around Ferndown include the A347 and A348, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Ferndown include Trickett's Cross (1 mile east), West Moors (1 mile north-east), Woolsbridge (3 miles north-east), St Leonards (3 miles north-east) and Three Legged Cross (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Christchurch (8 miles south-east), Wimborne Minster (3 miles west), Blandford Forum (12 miles west), Verwood (5 miles north), Broadstone (5 miles south-west) and Corfe Mullen (6 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Ferndown
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Mary's Church, Ferndown Upper School and Ferndown Common, among other places. Other local landmarks include The Nightjar pub (less than half a mile east) and Ferndown First School (within half a mile south-west). Further afield, we also cover the area around St Leonard's Hospital (1.9 miles north-east) and Stapehill Abbey (1.3 miles west).
Looking after it afterwards
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Do not use the bath until it has fully cured
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- Store bottles off the bath
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, and rinse away any product left on the surface.
Leave a peeling coating alone. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so have it stripped and resurfaced.
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Repairing versus replacing in Ferndown
If you like your bathroom but not your bath’s surface, resurfacing is the simplest answer. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ferndown
- No extra charge for your area
- Most jobs done in one visit
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Fixed prices from your photos
Read our pricing or bath cost comparison.
Ferndown: your questions answered
How long is the bath unusable?
Most baths are done in a day, ready the day after. We give you timings with the quote.
Do you resurface freestanding baths?
Yes, often. We resurface the inside, and the outside can be refinished too.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you will get one combined price.
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Does re-enamelling smell?
A little, during the work. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- Holes rusted through the metal
- Problems we can’t see until an old finish comes off
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Cast iron baths
Can I fix it myself?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Ferndown
Previous coatings can fail too, peeling around the waste or bubbling. Failing coatings are stripped back before we resurface.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Stains that will not shift
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if they find more damage
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How to care for the finish
- Whether they match the colour on site
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- The colour and finish to match
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The material
- Access to the area
The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Quotes from your photos
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Any details about the material
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Something in shot to show the size
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
How it works
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we are there, the work takes a full day in most cases. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.
- 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
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Let us know about parking or access
Getting a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can give you a fixed price without visiting.
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Repairs by material
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
