West Sussex · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Handcross, West Sussex
We travel to Handcross for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
Covering Handcross
Handcross is about 4 miles south of Crawley, in West Sussex. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Our repair technicians cover all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex. Our nearest city page is London, about 31 miles away.
All of RH17 is covered. You will find streets such as High Street, London Road and Windmill Platt. Close by, we cover Slaugham (1 mile south), Plummers Plain (2 miles south-west), Colgate (3 miles north-west), Broadfield (3 miles north) and Lower Beeding (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Crawley (4 miles north), Horsham (5 miles west), Haywards Heath (6 miles south-east), Burgess Hill (7 miles south-east), East Grinstead (10 miles north-east) and Shoreham-by-Sea (15 miles south).
Landmarks near Handcross
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Handcross Park School, All Saints and The Royal Oak Public House. The nearest railway station is Balcombe station, about 2.8 miles east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Crawley Hospital (4.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Tilgate Lake and Blunts Wood and Paiges Meadow.
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Handcross
After re-enamelling, the bath has a smooth, glossy, new-looking surface, but without the cost and upheaval of a refit. It’s ideal if you like your bathroom but not the state of the bath. We regularly repair Victorian roll-tops, pressed steel baths and basins & shower trays, and common reasons people get in touch are stains that won’t shift and a bath that stays dull however much you clean it.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Location
- Handcross (RH17)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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What your bath is made of matters
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we pay close attention there.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. You won’t pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The colour and finish to match
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
How to get a fixed price
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:
- Details of any past repairs
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- The material, if you know it
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
We price from photos so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
Handcross: your questions answered
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Can you fix a peeling bath coating?
Normally, yes. We strip the failing coating and resurface it properly. Mention it when you send photos.
Are there extra charges for Handcross?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Do you work in Handcross?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Handcross and the rest of West Sussex. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Do I need to be at home?
We need someone to let us in. You do not need to watch us work.
How long does re-enamelling take?
Normally one day, with the bath ready the next day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
When a repair isn’t the answer
We would rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- A bath split right through the body
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
The first few days matter most: give it the full curing time, then clean it gently. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.
Don’t try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It removes more of the surface and makes resurfacing more work.
DIY kit or professional repair?
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 often lifts.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Should you replace it?
When the bathroom is fine apart from the bath’s finish, re-enamelling is the least disruptive fix. Nothing else is disturbed. Prices start from £350. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Why book with us
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- One price list for the whole UK
- Most jobs done in one visit
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
Take a look at our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
When to call us in Handcross
Enamel’s shine is only skin deep, and every scrub with an abrasive cleaner takes a little away. Eventually the surface turns porous and stains.
Most people get in touch when they notice something like this:
- An old resurfacing that’s failing
- Several chips and rust patches
- A dull, rough surface that won’t come clean
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
Before booking anyone
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether the price covers travel
- What aftercare is recommended
What we do, step by step
On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take the best part of a day. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- We clean and degrease the bath and repair any chips or rust.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s generally ready the next day.
How to prepare
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Ask for a price
To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
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