Brighton and Hove · England

Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Hollingdean, Brighton and Hove

Local bath re-enamelling for Hollingdean: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Thin, worn enamel in places
  • A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath re-enamelling near Hollingdean

Bath re-enamelling in Hollingdean without replacing anything

Most baths are re-enamelled in a day. Taps, tiles, panels and plumbing all stay in place. If you are dealing with a roll-top that’s seen better days and stains that won’t shift, we can help, whatever the material.

All our work comes with our one-year guarantee.

Where
Hollingdean (BN1, BN2)
Area hub
Brighton and Hove
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old basin refinished to bright white

How to look after the repair

After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:

  • Keep suction mats out of the bath
  • Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
  • Do not use the bath until it has fully cured
  • Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas

Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, don’t use suction bath mats, and keep bottles and razors off the surface.

Don’t try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It just wears the enamel further and makes resurfacing more work.

When a repair isn’t the answer

We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:

  • Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
  • Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
  • A bath split right through the body

Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

Surfaces we repair

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

Our work in Hollingdean

Hollingdean is about 1 mile north of Brighton, in Brighton and Hove. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Our repair technicians cover all 30 towns and villages across Brighton and Hove, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 45 miles away.

Every address in BN1 and BN2 is within our area. We regularly work on streets such as Mayo Road, Dewe Road and Rugby Road and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Hollingdean, we cover Brighton (1 mile south), Preston (1 mile west), Moulsecoomb (1 mile east), Prestonville (1 mile south-west) and Hanover (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Brighton and Hove (3 miles west), Aldrington (3 miles west), Hangleton (3 miles west), Saltdean (5 miles south-east), East Saltdean (5 miles south-east) and Roedean (3 miles south-east). As one of the bigger places in Brighton and Hove, Hollingdean sees plenty of our work.

Landmarks near Hollingdean

Around Hollingdean, we work in homes near Hertford Infant and Nursery School, William Clarke Park and St Richard's, among other places. Other local landmarks include Varndean College (0.8 miles north-west), Varndean School (0.5 miles north-west) and The Pub at Fiveways (less than half a mile west). The nearest railway station is Moulsecoomb station, about 0.5 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Brighton General Hospital (1.1 miles south-east) and Clayton Castle (4.6 miles north). Open spaces near Hollingdean include Newmarket Hill and Bevendean Down.

Map of Hollingdean © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repair or replace: which is better?

A new bath means a plumber, removing a heavy bath, making good the walls and tiles and several days without a working bathroom. Resurfacing renews the entire surface without moving it. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why us?

  • We leave the room as we found it
  • One visit for most repairs
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job

Take a look at our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Hollingdean

In hard water areas, limescale and the cleaning it needs wear enamel faster, and abrasive cleaners do the most damage.

Send us a picture if you notice any of these:

  • Several chips and rust patches
  • Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
  • Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
  • Wear marks under the taps

What to look for in a quote

  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • How long it needs to cure
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match

10 questions to ask before you book

What happens on the day

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a full day. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.

  1. The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
  2. Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
  3. We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
  4. We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
  5. Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures until the day after.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

How to get a price

There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

Questions from Hollingdean

How long will the bath be out of use?

Usually a day, then it’s ready to use the following day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.

Does someone need to be in?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.

Will there be fumes?

Some odour is normal while we spray, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It fades as the coating cures.

Does the bath have to be removed?

No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so nothing else is disturbed.

Someone resurfaced my bath and it’s peeling. Can you help?

Yes, we do this regularly. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.

Do the materials smell?

A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes, for a year. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

DIY kit or professional repair?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

Repairs by material

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. They’re built to last, and only the surface wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.

Roll-top and period baths

Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.

What affects the price in Hollingdean

Resurfacing from £350. There’s no charge for travel to Hollingdean. The price depends on:

  • How many areas need work
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • How many items we do on one visit

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.

Getting a price from pictures

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale

To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

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