Cornwall · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Kernick, Cornwall
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Kernick and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
Repair or replace in Kernick?
Replacing a bath generally involves a plumber, a fitter and a tiler. Re-enamelling takes one technician and usually one day, and the bath can be used the day after. Prices start from £350. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Kernick. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kernick
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Take a look at our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Kernick
When a bath is structurally fine but worn out on the surface, re-enamelling is usually the most cost-effective option. There is no removal, plumbing or tiling involved. If you are dealing with brown or grey marks that don’t clean off and thin, worn enamel in places, we can usually put it right, on Victorian roll-tops, cast iron baths and basins & shower trays alike.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Kernick (TR10, TR11)
- County
- Cornwall
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Kernick
Other services in Kernick
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
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.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Kernick
Do you work in Kernick?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Kernick. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Typically, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.
Does the bath have to be removed?
No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so nothing else is disturbed.
Will the new finish last?
It depends on preparation, use and care. Properly prepared and looked after, it lasts well, and our work is guaranteed for a year.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
How do I book?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
How the visit works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. Most jobs take a full day, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- Next we degrease the bath and fix chips and rust spots.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
- The bath is left to cure and can generally be used the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Open a window if you can
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Getting a price
Most clients in Kernick get their price from photos. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
For landlords and businesses
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
For anyone letting property in or around Kernick, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.
Do you need bath re-enamelling in Kernick?
Older baths frequently have several problems at once: worn patches, chips, rust spots and stains. Re-enamelling deals with all of them in one go.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- Stains that won’t shift
- A dull, rough surface that won’t come clean
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- Chips and rust in more than one place
What to look for in a quote
- When it can be used again
- How your room will be protected
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
When a repair is not the answer
It helps to know what we cannot do:
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Kernick
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
Keeping it looking good
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Have chips seen to early
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
Rinse the bath and wipe it over after use, particularly where water is hard, so limescale cannot build up.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, do not pick at it. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so have it stripped and resurfaced.
Kernick and nearby
Kernick is about 2 miles north-west of Falmouth, in Cornwall. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. Our repair technicians cover 644 places across Cornwall.
Jobs in TR10 and TR11 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Green Lane, Truro Lane and Shute Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Other places close to Kernick include Penryn (1 mile north-east), Mabe Burnthouse (1 mile west), Antron (1 mile west), Trenoweth (1 mile west) and Budock Water (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Truro (7 miles north), Camborne (9 miles north-west), Redruth (7 miles north-west), Helston (8 miles south-west), Hayle (13 miles west) and Rosewarne (9 miles north-west).
Around Kernick
We visit homes around Penryn College, Church of St Gluvias and Camborne School of Mines. You will also find Penryn Primary Academy (under half a mile north-west) and The Seven Stars Public House (0.5 miles north-east). Kernick’s nearest station is Penryn station, about 0.5 miles north. Nearby you will also find Penryn Museum (0.5 miles north-east) and St Mawes Castle (4 miles east).
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
