Kent · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Longfield homes
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Longfield and the surrounding area, typically in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An old resurfacing that is failing
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Longfield
We do not move the bath, so the taps, tiles and plumbing aren’t touched. It usually takes one visit, with the bath ready to use the following day. Our technicians work on basins & shower trays, acrylic baths and cast iron baths, and people most often call us about an original cast iron bath that needs restoring and brown or grey marks that don’t clean off.
You’re covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Where
- Longfield (DA3)
- Region
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlord and trade work in Longfield
If you manage property in Longfield, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Nearby places to Longfield
Also in Longfield
Can I fix it myself?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Have chips seen to early
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, avoid suction bath mats, and don’t leave bottles or razors standing on the surface.
Leave a peeling coating alone. Water gets under it and the damage spreads, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Longfield
Many baths we resurface have simply been well used, and only the surface is worn. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is typically as strong as ever.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Before you book anyone
- How the colour is matched
- What aftercare is recommended
- How changes to the job are handled
- Whether the price covers travel
When we’d advise against a repair
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- A metal bath with a through crack
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before booking.
What we work on
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
About Longfield
Longfield is about 3 miles south-west of Northfleet, in Kent. Jobs in Longfield are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Longfield is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. Our jobs stretch from Longfield to London (about 19 miles away).
Our visits in DA3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Local streets include Station Road, Main Road and Ightham Close. We also travel to Hartley (1 mile south), New Barn (1 mile east), Longfield Hill (1 mile south-east), New Ash Green (2 miles south) and Nash Street (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (13 miles south-east), Dartford (5 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (4 miles north-east), Tonbridge (14 miles south) and Northfleet (3 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Longfield
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Railway Tavern, Longfield Academy and Hartley Primary Academy and the streets around them. Also close by are Rectory Meadow (less than half a mile south-west) and Church of Saint Mary Magdalene (less than half a mile west). There’s a railway station in Longfield itself: Longfield station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Darent Valley Hospital (3.3 miles north-west) and Stone Castle (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Sawyers Lake.
FAQs for Longfield
Do you resurface freestanding baths?
Yes, often. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, often. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
How much does bath re-enamelling cost in Longfield?
Resurfacing from £350. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Do you cover the entire of Kent?
Across the UK. Our prices are the same everywhere.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Most baths are done in a day and can be used the day after. We will confirm timings when we quote.
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacement only makes sense in a few cases: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. Otherwise, resurfacing generally wins. Prices start from £350. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Longfield
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Work done at your home or business
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
Take a look at our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
The process
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job typically takes most of the day. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- We remove the masking, tidy up and give you the curing time.
How to prepare
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Make sure the area is dry
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Get a quote
To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
