Dorset · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Gaunts
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing at your home in Gaunts, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
Bath re-enamelling in Gaunts without replacing anything
We re-enamel a lot of period and roll-top baths, which would be difficult and expensive to replace. Resurfacing them in place keeps the original bath. Our repair technicians work on cast iron baths, Victorian roll-tops and basins & shower trays, and the jobs we see most are wear marks under the taps and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Area
- Gaunts (BH21)
- Region
- Dorset
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Where we work around Gaunts
Gaunts is about 3 miles north of Wimborne Minster, in Dorset. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Gaunts and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Gaunts is one of 462 places in Dorset where we work.
We work across the BH21 postcode area and the streets around it. Neighbouring places we cover include Gaunt's Common (1 mile north-east), Holt (1 mile south-east), Lodge Copse Estate (1 mile east), Pig Oak (1 mile south) and Hinton Martell (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Christchurch (12 miles south-east), Wimborne Minster (3 miles south), Blandford Forum (8 miles west), Verwood (5 miles north-east), Shaftesbury (15 miles north-west) and Ferndown (4 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Gaunts
Our customers here include homes close to Church of St James. Well-known places in the area include St Leonard's Hospital (5.4 miles east) and Stapehill Abbey (3.4 miles south-east).
Repairing versus replacing in Gaunts
A replacement frequently means several trades over several days. Re-enamelling is one technician, normally one day. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Gaunts
- Most jobs done in one visit
- No need to remove anything
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
Read our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:
- How much damage there is
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How hard the colour is to match
- What the surface is made of
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- One picture of the entire bath
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Natural light rather than flash
Upload photos of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Gaunts, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
How it works
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job normally takes a full day. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures until the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Ask for a price
Most customers in Gaunts get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
Gaunts questions
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
Will it make a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
What do you need from me?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
How long is the bath unusable?
Generally a day, then it’s ready to use the following day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
How long does re-enamelling last?
That depends on preparation and how the bath is treated. Properly prepared and looked after, it lasts well, and our work is guaranteed for a year.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It clears as the materials cure.
Does the bath have to be removed?
Not at all. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room protected and ventilated.
What a repair can’t fix
We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- A metal bath with a through crack
- A bath that is rusted through
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
Aftercare tips
Aftercare is simple:
- Don’t use the bath until it has fully cured
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, do not use suction bath mats, and keep bottles and razors off the surface.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
Towns and villages near Gaunts
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Gaunts
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Do you need bath re-enamelling in Gaunts?
Previous coatings can fail too, peeling around the waste or bubbling. Failing coatings are stripped back before we resurface.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- Lots of chips and rust spots
Questions to ask before you book
- When it can be used again
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What aftercare is recommended
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
