Kent · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Ottinge
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Ottinge and the surrounding area, generally in one visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An old resurfacing that’s failing
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a cast iron bath is a big job: it’s very heavy, may need breaking up, and the replacement can be costly. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why Ottinge customers choose us
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- A fixed quote before booking
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- No need to remove anything
See our pricing or bath cost comparison.
Bath re-enamelling in Ottinge without replacing anything
If your bath is sound but looks tired, re-enamelling is typically the most cost-effective option. There’s no removal, plumbing or tiling involved. If you’re dealing with an original cast iron bath that needs restoring and a peeling or bubbling previous coating, we can help, whatever the material.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Ottinge and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Location
- Ottinge (CT4)
- Region
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How it works
Here’s how a visit usually runs: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Allow the best part of a day. Before we go, we’ll explain how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- 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.
- Primer and finish coats are applied.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Get a quote
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Advice
Common questions in Ottinge
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
Which areas do you work in?
The whole UK, including all of Kent. Just include your postcode and we’ll offer you dates.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
What does bath re-enamelling cost?
Prices start from £350. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Is there a smell?
Some odour is normal while we spray, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It clears as the finish cures.
What happens after I send photos?
We come back with a fixed quote, normally with dates to choose from. You’re under no obligation.
Will the bath be moved?
Not at all. We work on the bath in place, with the room masked and ventilated.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. We charge the same across the UK, including Ottinge. The price reflects:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The type of damage
- Access to the area
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Getting a price from photos
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Something in shot to show the size
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Looking after it afterwards
How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:
- Don’t leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
Wait for the curing time we give you before the first bath. After that, a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs.
Leave a peeling coating alone. Water gets under it and the damage spreads, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
When a repair is not the answer
A repair is not right for every job, including:
- A bath split right through the body
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
When to call us in Ottinge
Frequently the bath has just had decades of use, and only the surface is worn. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is usually as strong as ever.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- Several chips and rust patches
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
What your quote should include
- How the room is protected while they work
- How to look after the finish
- What prep work is covered
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
Where we work around Ottinge
Ottinge is about 5 miles north of Hythe, in Kent. From the centre of Ottinge to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Ottinge is one of 922 towns and villages in Kent where we work. We work right across the region, from Ottinge to London (57 miles away).
Our technicians cover all of CT4 and the streets around it. From Canterbury Road, Boyke Lane and Shuttlesfield Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Ottinge include Lyminge (1 mile south-west), Rhodes Minnis (1 mile west), Woodland (1 mile west), Skeete (2 miles south-west) and Hemsted (2 miles west). Larger places within reach include Ashford (10 miles west), Canterbury (10 miles north), Dover (9 miles east), Folkestone (5 miles south-east), Whitstable (15 miles north) and Deal (14 miles east).
What’s near Ottinge
Typical jobs here are in homes near Church of St Mary the Virgin and Lyminge Church of England Primary School and the streets around them. The closest station to Ottinge is Sandling station, about 3.7 miles south. Other landmarks nearby include Elham Valley Countryside Centre And Railway Museum (3 miles south) and Folkestone Castle (4 miles south-east). Open spaces near Ottinge include Cheriton Hill.
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.
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