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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Parkgate, Kent

Bath re-enamelling across Parkgate and nearby, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • A peeling or bubbling previous coating
  • An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath re-enamelling for Parkgate homes

When a repair isn’t the answer

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • Steel that has corroded right through
  • An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
  • Problems we can’t see until an old finish comes off

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.

What we work on

  • Victorian roll-tops
  • Cast iron baths
  • Basins & shower trays
  • Acrylic baths
  • Pressed steel baths

Bath re-enamelling in Parkgate, done in place

Re-enamelling works especially well on cast iron and steel, and acrylic baths can be resurfaced too. The result is a smooth, even, glossy finish. Common call-outs are for an outdated colour you’d like to change and wear marks under the taps, on acrylic baths, pressed steel baths and Victorian roll-tops.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Location
Parkgate (TN30)
Region
Kent
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Basin with yellowed glaze resurfaced to a clean white finish

Parkgate questions

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

Can you resurface a pink bath in white?

Yes, white is the usual choice. Mention the colour you want when you send pictures.

Are there extra charges for Parkgate?

Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.

Will there be fumes?

There is some smell while the coating is applied, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the finish cures.

Does the bath have to be removed?

No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so nothing else is disturbed.

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.

Will the price change on the day?

The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.

What bath re-enamelling costs

Resurfacing from £350. There’s no charge for travel to Parkgate. The price comes down to:

  • The type of damage
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The material and finish

Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Quotes from your photos

It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • A picture taken from further back
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

If you are in Parkgate 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.

Repairing versus replacing in Parkgate

Replacing a bath can take several days across several trades. Re-enamelling is one technician, typically one day, with the bath back in use the day after. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Why us?

  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Colour-matched on site
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • One visit for most repairs

Read our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.

Keeping it looking good

Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:

  • Don’t leave a chip unrepaired
  • Do not let dyes or oils sit on the finish
  • Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath

The first few days matter most: give it the full curing time, then clean it gently. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.

The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.

Repairs by material

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’s what we repair.

Acrylic

Acrylic baths can be resurfaced too, using a system that bonds to acrylic. It must be solid and not flex underfoot.

About Parkgate

Parkgate is about 10 miles south-west of Ashford, in Kent. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. We work in 922 places across Kent. We work right across the region, from Parkgate to London (43 miles away).

Here we cover the TN30 postcode area. Whether you live on Cranbrook Road, Millpond Lane and Tenterden Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Close by, we cover Clapper Hill (1 mile north-west), East End (1 mile west), Strood (2 miles south), Fosten Green (2 miles north-west) and London Beach (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (14 miles north-west), Ashford (10 miles north-east), Foley Park (15 miles north), Paddock Wood (13 miles north-west), Bearsted (13 miles north) and Park Wood (12 miles north).

Local landmarks in Parkgate

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Wattle Wood and Homewood School and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Mervyn Quinlan Museum (1.5 miles west) and Benenden Hospital (1.5 miles west).

Map of Parkgate © OpenStreetMap contributors

For landlords and businesses

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

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.

What we do, step by step

When we visit, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take most of the day. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. We mask and protect the room and ventilate it.
  2. Next we degrease the bath and fix chips and rust spots.
  3. The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
  4. We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
  5. Once cured, normally by the following day, the bath is ready.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Getting a price

There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

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