Kent · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Hartley, Kent
Problem with your bath in Hartley? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Bath re-enamelling in Hartley without replacing anything
We don’t move the bath, so the taps, tiles and plumbing are not touched. It usually takes one visit, with the bath ready to use the following day. We regularly repair acrylic baths, cast iron baths and basins & shower trays, and the jobs we see most are stains that won’t shift and worn patches where water runs and sits.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will come back.
- Where
- Hartley (TN17)
- County
- Kent
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. 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.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
When we’d advise against a repair
Not everything can be repaired, and we would rather say so up front. We cannot fix:
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- A metal bath with a through crack
- Holes rusted through the metal
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Cast iron baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
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The process
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 tidy away. Plan for the best part of a day from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and how to look after it.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Make sure the area is dry
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Point us to the nearest place to park
How to get a price
If you are in Hartley and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Have chips seen to early
- Repair dripping taps early
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, and rinse off any bath products.
On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading and make the job bigger. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
When to call us in Hartley
Frequently the bath has just had decades of use, and only the surface is worn. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is typically as strong as ever.
The things customers generally mention when they call are:
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Wear marks under the taps
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Before booking anyone
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What aftercare is recommended
Landlords, agents and businesses in Hartley
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Hartley use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Why repair rather than replace?
When the bathroom is fine apart from the bath’s finish, resurfacing is the simplest answer. Nothing else is disturbed. Prices start from £350. 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.
Why us?
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- A fixed quote before you book
See our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Common questions in Hartley
What areas do you cover?
Across the UK, and that includes Hartley. Prices do not change with location.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
Will the price change on the day?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Can tenants book a repair?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Our work in Hartley
Hartley is about 8 miles south-east of Paddock Wood, in Kent. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Hartley is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. We work right across the region, from Hartley to London (39 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: TN17. We regularly work on streets such as Hartley Road, Campion Crescent and Hartley Court Gardens and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Hartley, we cover Swattenden (1 mile east), Cranbrook (1 mile north-east), Baker's Cross (2 miles north-east), Gill's Green (2 miles south) and Beal's Green (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (13 miles north), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (14 miles north), Foley Park (14 miles north) and Paddock Wood (8 miles north-west).
Landmarks near Hartley
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to High Weald Academy and Crane Valley. Well-known places in the area include Benenden Hospital (4.7 miles east) and Sissinghurst Castle (3.8 miles north-east).
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
