Isle of Wight · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Gatcombe
Bath re-enamelling in and around Gatcombe: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Several chips and rust patches
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
Bath re-enamelling in Gatcombe without replacing anything
Many of the baths we re-enamel are period roll-tops, which would be difficult and expensive to replace. Resurfacing them in place keeps the original bath. We are frequently asked to fix an outdated colour you’d like to change and several chips and rust patches, on acrylic baths, cast iron baths and basins & shower trays.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Location
- Gatcombe (PO30)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Gatcombe
Frequently the bath has just had decades of use, with nothing wrong except the surface. The body of the bath is normally perfectly sound.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- Lots of chips and rust spots
Before booking anyone
- When it can be used again
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
What happens on the day
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job typically takes most of the day. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures until the next day.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Get a quote
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Advice
Gatcombe and the surrounding area
Gatcombe is about 2 miles south of Newport, in Isle of Wight. Whether you are in the middle of Gatcombe or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover 125 places in Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 78 miles away.
We cover every part of the PO30 postcode area and the streets around it. We regularly work on streets such as Gatcombe Road, Rectory Lane and Newbarn Lane and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Chillerton (1 mile south), Plaish (2 miles north-west), Clatterford (2 miles north), Bowcombe (2 miles north-west) and Carisbrooke (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Ryde (8 miles north-east), Cowes (6 miles north), Sandown (6 miles east), Shanklin (6 miles east), Ventnor (6 miles south-east) and East Cowes (6 miles north). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.
Local landmarks in Gatcombe
In Gatcombe, that means homes near Chillerton and Rookley Primary School, Christ The King College and St. Olave's Church, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Carisbrooke Castle (1.6 miles north) and Isle of Wight Music Museum (2.5 miles north). For a walk, there is Briddlesford Nature Reserve and Brighstone Down.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Gatcombe
How long is the bath unusable?
Normally a day, then it’s ready to use the following day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Which areas do you work in?
The whole UK, including all of Isle of Wight. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote with dates.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes, most people go for white. Tell us what you’d like when you ask for a quote.
Towns and villages near Gatcombe
Other services in Gatcombe
Repair or replace in Gatcombe?
Getting a cast iron bath out is hard work: they’re heavy, frequently need breaking up, and a new one is not cheap. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. 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 Gatcombe
- One price list for the entire UK
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Colour-matched on site
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
Read our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
When a repair isn’t the answer
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- A bath split right through the body
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we work on
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
Landlords, agents and businesses in Gatcombe
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
For anyone letting property in or around Gatcombe, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Get any chip repaired quickly
- Store bottles off the bath
Wait for the curing time we give you before the first bath. Then, gentle cleaning with a soft cloth is enough.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It just wears the enamel further and makes resurfacing more work.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:
- How hard the colour is to match
- What kind of damage it is
- The material
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.
Quotes from your pictures
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Any details about the material
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job without visiting.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
