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Bath Re-enamelling in Lower Hartlip
Our technicians come to Lower Hartlip for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- Several chips and rust patches
Bath re-enamelling in Lower Hartlip without replacing anything
After re-enamelling, the bath has a smooth, glossy, new-looking surface, without any of the disruption of replacing it. It’s ideal if you like your bathroom but not the state of the bath. We regularly repair Victorian roll-tops, cast iron baths and pressed steel baths, and people most frequently call us about an original cast iron bath that needs restoring and a bath that stays dull however much you clean it.
You are covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Area
- Lower Hartlip (ME9)
- Region
- Kent
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Get any chip repaired quickly
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- Never use suction bath mats
Dry the bath after use if possible, particularly with hard water, and rinse off any bath products.
On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading and make the job bigger. Resurfacing before they spread keeps it simpler.
What we do, step by step
There’s not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. The job generally runs to the best part of a day.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Get a quote
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
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Common questions in Lower Hartlip
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
How long does re-enamelling last?
A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Can pets and children be at home?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Will the bath be moved?
Not at all. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room protected and ventilated.
How long is the bath unusable?
One day for most baths and can be used the day after. We will confirm timings when we quote.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We come back with a fixed quote. There is no obligation to book.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
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What your bath is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.
When to call us in Lower Hartlip
A dull surface stains and holds dirt, and cleaning harder only makes it worse. At that stage, resurfacing is the fix.
People typically call us after spotting something like this:
- Wear marks under the taps
- A roll-top that is seen better days
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- An old resurfacing that’s failing
Before you book anyone
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- What aftercare is recommended
- How your room will be protected
- What preparation is included
Work for landlords and builders
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Kent and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Lower Hartlip as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Lower Hartlip and nearby
Lower Hartlip is about 3 miles south-east of Gillingham, in Kent. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Lower Hartlip is one of 922 places in Kent we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 34 miles away.
All of ME9 is covered. We regularly work on streets such as Lower Hartlip Road, Grainey Field and Old House Lane and the roads around them. If you are just outside Lower Hartlip, we cover Hartlip (1 mile west), Breach (1 mile north-east), Newington (1 mile east), Moor Street (1 mile north-west) and Meresborough (1 mile west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (8 miles south-west), Sittingbourne (4 miles east), Gravesend (13 miles north-west), Faversham (11 miles east), Northfleet (14 miles north-west) and Minster (8 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Lower Hartlip
In Lower Hartlip, that means homes near Leigh Academy Rainham, Foxburrow Wood and Church of St Michael. The closest station to Lower Hartlip is Newington station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre. A little further out are Court Hall Museum (3.8 miles east) and Bayford Court (4.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Detling Hill and Bishop Saltings.
Should you replace it?
For a sound bath, resurfacing costs far less than replacement, when you count removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating. It’s also far quicker. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why Lower Hartlip clients choose us
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Fixed prices from your pictures
Read our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- The colour and finish to match
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How many items we do on one visit
- The material
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book.
How to get a fixed quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- The material, if you know it
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
If you are in Lower Hartlip and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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