Suffolk · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Forward Green homes
Damaged bath in Forward Green? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Brown or grey marks that don’t clean off
- Wear marks under the taps
Honest limits
It helps to know what we can’t do:
- A bath that is rusted through
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
- A bath split right through the body
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
About our bath re-enamelling in Forward Green
Most baths are re-enamelled in a day, and you can use the bath the day after. Nothing is disconnected or removed. If you’re dealing with thin, worn enamel in places and enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough, we can help, on acrylic baths, pressed steel baths and basins & shower trays alike.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it.
- Area
- Forward Green (IP14)
- County
- Suffolk
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Aftercare tips
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- Get any chip repaired quickly
- Avoid suction-cup mats
A quick rinse and wipe after use helps, particularly where water is hard, to stop limescale building up.
Rust spots on a worn bath get worse with time, and each one adds to the preparation. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.
Forward Green: your questions answered
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
Which areas do you work in?
All of Suffolk, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
Can you re-enamel a roll-top bath?
Yes, roll-tops are a big part of our work. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
What happens after I send pictures?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Are there extra charges for Forward Green?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
How do I book?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Do you need bath re-enamelling in Forward Green?
Hard water speeds up the wear, and abrasive cleaners do the most damage.
Send us a photo if you notice any of these:
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- An old resurfacing that’s failing
- Stains that won’t shift
- Several chips and rust patches
Questions to ask before you book
- What happens if they find more damage
- When it can be used again
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How your room will be protected
Nearby places to Forward Green
Also in Forward Green
Why repair rather than replace?
There are times replacing is better: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. In most other cases, resurfacing is the better choice. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- No extra charge for your area
See our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About Forward Green
Forward Green is about 3 miles east of Stowmarket, in Suffolk. From the centre of Forward Green to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover all 731 towns and villages across Suffolk, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Forward Green to London (69 miles away).
Our visits in IP14 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes on Haggars Mead, Blacksmiths Lane and Weylands Close and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Earl Stonham (1 mile south), Little Stonham (1 mile east), Creeting St Peter (2 miles south-west), Creeting Bottoms (2 miles south-east) and Creeting St Mary (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Ipswich (11 miles south), Stowmarket (3 miles west), Kesgrave (12 miles south-east), Woodbridge (12 miles south-east), Hadleigh (11 miles south-west) and Diss (12 miles north).
What’s near Forward Green
In Forward Green, that means homes near Shepherd and Dog pub, St Mary the Virgin's Church and Stowupland High School. For rail, the closest station is Stowmarket station, roughly 3 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Combs Castle (4.5 miles south-west). The countryside around Forward Green includes Comb's Wood and Bosmere.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. There is no area surcharge for Forward Green. The price reflects:
- The material and finish
- Access to the area
- The type of damage
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
How to get a fixed price
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A photo taken from further back
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
How it works
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Plan for most of the day. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and how to look after it.
- 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.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s normally ready the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Let us know about parking or access
- Point us to the nearest place to park
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
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Work for landlords and builders
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Forward Green as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it normally costs far less than a refit.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
