East Sussex · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Firle homes
Our technicians come to Firle for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
Bath re-enamelling in Firle, done in place
Many of the baths we re-enamel are period roll-tops, which are heavy, hard to move and costly to replace. Resurfacing them in place keeps the original bath. Whether it’s a coloured bath you want in white and lots of chips and rust spots, we can help.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Where
- Firle (BN8)
- Region
- East Sussex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
We resurface acrylic baths as well, using a system that bonds to acrylic. The bath needs to be firm and well supported for the finish to last.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. You will know the full cost before you book. We look at:
- What the surface is made of
- How much damage there is
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
Getting a price from pictures
Two or three clear photos are usually enough. It helps if you send:
- Details of any past repairs
- Where you are, by postcode
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- What it’s made of, if you know
Send us a picture of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you are in Firle, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Firle
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Firle as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Never use suction bath mats
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Have chips seen to early
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, as they can stain. Fix dripping taps quickly.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It removes more of the surface.
How the visit works
We turn up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and looks over the damage before anything else. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. The work itself takes the best part of a day, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- Next we degrease the bath and fix chips and rust spots.
- We key the surface and put on a bonding primer.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- The bath is left to cure and can normally be used the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Advice
Towns and villages near Firle
Other services in Firle
About Firle
Firle is about 4 miles south-east of Lewes, in East Sussex. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Firle is one of 289 places in East Sussex where we work. Our jobs stretch from Firle to London (46 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: BN8. Jobs here include addresses on The Street, Bostal Road and Firle Bostal and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Firle: Glynde (1 mile north-west), Glyndebourne (2 miles north-west), Ashton Green (3 miles north), South Heighton (3 miles south) and Ringmer (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (10 miles south-east), Seaford (5 miles south), Lewes (4 miles north-west), Hailsham (8 miles east), Crowborough (14 miles north) and Uckfield (8 miles north).
Landmarks near Firle
Around Firle, we work in homes near The Parish Church of St Peter, The Ram Inn and Science and Technology Policy Research. You will also find Firle Church of England Primary School (less than half a mile north-west) and Lewes and Laughton Levels (2 miles west). The nearest railway station is Glynde station, about 1 mile north-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Museum of Agricultural Bygones (3.2 miles north) and Lewes Castle (3.8 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Southerham Farm and Firle Beacon.
- Other local spots include South Malling Without (2.6 miles north-west)
Do you need bath re-enamelling in Firle?
Enamel wears gradually. Abrasive cleaners, limescale and years of use wear the gloss away, normally first under the taps and around the waste.
Common reasons people in Firle contact us are:
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
Questions to ask before you book
- How soon you can use it again
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- How your room will be protected
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Firle
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
How long does re-enamelling last?
Care for it and it lasts. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
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.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
What information do you need?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Repair or replace in Firle?
A refit takes several trades and several days. Resurfacing is one technician, normally in a day, with the bath ready the next day. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Firle
- No extra charge for your area
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- A year’s guarantee on all work
Read our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
