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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Heathfield, East Sussex

Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Heathfield and the surrounding area, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • A dull, rough surface that won’t come clean
  • Stains that will not shift
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath re-enamelling in Heathfield

Bath re-enamelling in Heathfield without replacing anything

Most baths are re-enamelled in a day. Nothing is disconnected or removed. We regularly repair acrylic baths, pressed steel baths and Victorian roll-tops, and the jobs we see most are a coloured bath you want in white and a coating lifting around the plughole.

All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.

Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath
Location
Heathfield (TN21)
Area hub
East Sussex
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

When a repair is not the answer

In fairness, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:

  • Problems we can’t see until an old finish comes off
  • A bath split right through the body
  • Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber

If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.

Materials we repair

  • Victorian roll-tops
  • Basins & shower trays
  • Acrylic baths
  • Pressed steel baths
  • Cast iron baths

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

Landlord and trade work in Heathfield

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit.

About Heathfield

Heathfield is about 7 miles north of Hailsham, in East Sussex. Whether you’re in the middle of Heathfield or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Our repair technicians cover all 289 towns and villages in East Sussex. You can also see our page for London, about 40 miles away.

We work across TN21 and the streets around it. We regularly work on streets such as Upper Station Road, Station Road and High Street and the roads around them. You’ll find Heathfield on the A265 and A267, which makes it straightforward to reach. If you’re just outside Heathfield, we cover Sandy Cross (1 mile south), Old Heathfield (1 mile east), Cade Street (1 mile east), Maynard's Green (1 mile south) and Broad Oak (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastbourne (12 miles south), Hastings (15 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (12 miles south-east), Seaford (15 miles south-west), Lewes (12 miles south-west) and Hailsham (7 miles south).

Around Heathfield

In Heathfield, that means homes near Runt-in-Tun pub, Parkside Community Primary School and St Richards Church. Other landmarks nearby include Sussex Farm Museum (2.3 miles south) and Old Castle (4.5 miles east). The countryside around Heathfield includes Selwyns Wood.

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What your bath is made of matters

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.

Pressed steel

Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.

How it works

On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. Most visits take the best part of a day.

  1. We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
  2. Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
  3. We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
  4. The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
  5. The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the day after.

Before we arrive

  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

How to get a price

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.

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Heathfield: your questions answered

Is it safe with children and pets around?

We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.

What information do you need?

Photos of the damage, a picture of the entire bath and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.

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.

How soon can you come?

We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.

Are you accredited?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.

Will there be fumes?

Some odour is normal while we spray, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the finish cures.

Do you resurface freestanding baths?

Yes, roll-tops are a big part of our work. We resurface the inside, and the outside can be refinished too.

Looking after it afterwards

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Repair dripping taps early
  • Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Don’t use the bath until it has fully cured
  • Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs straight away

Dry the bath after use if possible, particularly with hard water, and rinse off any bath products.

Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.

What we’re called out for in Heathfield

Older baths often have several problems at once: dull areas, chips, rust and staining. Re-enamelling deals with all of them in one go.

Keep an eye out for any of the following:

  • Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
  • An outdated colour you’d like to change
  • A dull, rough surface that won’t come clean
  • Lots of chips and rust spots

Questions to ask before you book

  • When it can be used again
  • Who will actually do the work
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • What preparation is included

Our hiring checklist

What bath re-enamelling costs

Prices start from £350. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • How much damage there is
  • Access to the area
  • Unusual colours or finishes

We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Heathfield. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Send photos for a quote

Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:

  • The material, if you know it
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • One picture of the entire bath

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, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.

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