East Sussex · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Founthill
Bath re-enamelling across Founthill and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- Chips and rust in more than one place
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Founthill
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and acrylic baths can be resurfaced too. The result is a smooth, even, glossy finish. We regularly repair Victorian roll-tops, pressed steel baths and basins & shower trays, and common reasons people get in touch are chips and rust in more than one place and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Area
- Founthill (BN8)
- County
- East Sussex
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairs by material
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top 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 a new finish makes them look new again.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What the surface is made of
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
How to get a fixed quote
Before you send photos, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Natural light rather than flash
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
What a repair cannot fix
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
- A bath split right through the body
- A bath that’s rusted through
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
Can I fix it myself?
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.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
Founthill: your questions answered
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Generally, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Do the materials smell?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners across East Sussex.
Are there extra charges for Founthill?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Does someone need to be in?
We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes. Coloured baths can be resurfaced in white, and we can do the rest of the suite as well.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and you’ll get one combined price.
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What happens on the day
Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Allow most of the day. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- Primer and finish coats are applied.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
How to prepare
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Ask for a price
Most customers in Founthill get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
Repair or replace in Founthill?
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. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.
Why Founthill clients choose us
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- No need to remove anything
- Most jobs done in one visit
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
See our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Looking after it afterwards
So the finish stays in good condition:
- Don’t leave a chip unrepaired
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Do not leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
Avoid hair dye, bath bombs and oils sitting on the surface, as they can stain. Repair dripping taps promptly.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
Do you need bath re-enamelling in Founthill?
A dull surface stains and holds dirt, and cleaning harder only makes it worse. That’s the point where re-enamelling makes sense.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- An old resurfacing that’s failing
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- Brown or grey marks that don’t clean off
Before you book anyone
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How your room will be protected
About Founthill
Founthill is about 3 miles west of Uckfield, in East Sussex. Whether you are in the middle of Founthill or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 289 towns and villages across East Sussex. We work right across the region, from Founthill to London (about 37 miles away).
Our visits in BN8 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Founthill: Newick (1 mile north-west), Chailey (1 mile west), North Chailey (2 miles west), South Street (2 miles south-west) and Mount Pleasant (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Seaford (13 miles south), Lewes (6 miles south), Hailsham (12 miles south-east), Crowborough (9 miles north-east), Uckfield (3 miles east) and Newhaven (12 miles south).
Around Founthill
Around Founthill, we work in homes near Newick Church of England Primary School, The Royal Oak Inn and The Parish Church of St Mary, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Uckfield station, roughly 3.3 miles east of the centre. A little further out are Uckfield Community Hospital (3.7 miles east) and Heaven Farm Museum (3.9 miles north).
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
