Kent · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Nettlestead, Kent
Damaged bath in Nettlestead? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A coloured bath you want in white
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
About Nettlestead
Nettlestead is about 5 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. From the centre of Nettlestead to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Our repair technicians cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for London, about 28 miles away.
All of ME18 is covered. We regularly work on streets such as Henrys Close, Glenleigh Road and Orchard Crescent. Other places close to Nettlestead include Wateringbury (1 mile north-east), Red Hill (1 mile north-east), Teston (1 mile north-east), Nettlestead Green (1 mile south) and West Farleigh (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Maidstone (5 miles east), Sittingbourne (15 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (10 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (10 miles south-west), Gravesend (13 miles north) and Tonbridge (7 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Nettlestead
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Mary's Church, Wateringbury Church of England Primary School and The Railway pub, among other places. Nettlestead has its own railway station: Wateringbury station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Teapot Island (1.9 miles south) and Leybourne Castle (3.8 miles north).
About our bath re-enamelling in Nettlestead
Many of the baths we re-enamel are period roll-tops, which are heavy, hard to move and costly to replace. Resurfacing them in place keeps the original bath. Whether it’s several chips and rust patches and an old resurfacing that’s failing, we can help, whatever the material.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Nettlestead (ME18)
- County
- Kent
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Nettlestead
Will there be fumes?
Some odour is normal while we spray, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It fades as the coating cures.
Can you re-enamel a roll-top bath?
Yes, roll-tops are a big part of our work. We resurface the inside, and the outside can be refinished too.
How long will the bath be out of use?
One day for most baths, ready the next day. We give you timings with the quote.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Will the bath be moved?
No. We resurface it in place, so the tiles and taps stay put.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Have chips seen to early
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, do not use suction bath mats, and keep bottles and razors off the surface.
On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading, and each one adds to the preparation. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.
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Should you replace it?
A refit takes several trades and several days. Re-enamelling takes one technician and typically one day, with the bath ready the next day. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why book with us
- Colour-matched on site
- Work done at your home or business
- No extra charge for your area
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
See our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
What happens on the day
Once we are through the door, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes the best part of a day, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Ask for a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
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When a repair isn’t the answer
We’d rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- A bath split right through the body
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Cast iron
Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. They’re built to last, and only the surface wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Nettlestead
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Common problems we fix in Nettlestead
By the time a bath is a few decades old, it may have a mix of issues: worn patches, chips, rust spots and stains. Resurfacing sorts them out together.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
- Chips and rust in more than one place
Comparing quotes
- How the room is protected while they work
- When it can be used again
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
