West Sussex · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Patching, West Sussex
Bath re-enamelling across Patching and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
About our bath re-enamelling in Patching
After cleaning, repairing and priming, we spray on the new finish. Most of the work, and most of the durability, is in the preparation, so we do not cut corners on it. We are frequently asked to fix staining under the taps and around the waste and a period or roll-top bath worth keeping, in pressed steel baths, basins & shower trays and cast iron baths.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we will sort it.
- Location
- Patching (BN13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Patching
A dull surface stains and holds dirt, and scrubbing it wears it down further. At that stage, resurfacing is the fix.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- Chips and rust in more than one place
Comparing quotes
- How the room is protected while they work
- Who will actually do the work
- Aftercare advice
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Landlords, agents and businesses in Patching
If you manage property in Patching, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Patching and the surrounding area
Patching is about 3 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Patching is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. We work right across the region, from Patching to London (about 48 miles away).
Our technicians cover all of the BN13 postcode area and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on The Street and Coldharbour Lane. Nearby, we also work in Clapham (1 mile south-east), Hammerpot (2 miles west), Cote (2 miles east), Angmering (2 miles south-west) and Hangleton (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (3 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Littlehampton (4 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles east) and Lancing (6 miles east).
Landmarks near Patching
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Angmering School, The Fox pub and Clapham Wood, among other places. You will also find The Parish Church of St John the Divine (less than half a mile north-west) and Clapham and Patching CofE Primary School (less than half a mile south-east). Patching’s nearest station is Goring-By-Sea station, about 2.3 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Sussex Folklore (3.1 miles south-east) and Old Castle (3.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
What we can’t put right
It helps to know what we can’t do:
- Steel that has corroded right through
- A bath split right through the body
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Pressed steel baths
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. This is what makes a difference:
- Doing more than one item at once
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The material and finish
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Send photos for a quote
Before you send pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Where you are, by postcode
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
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 price.
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we check it carefully.
Cast iron
Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Why repair rather than replace?
If the bath is sound, re-enamelling is usually much cheaper than replacing it, once you add removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating to the price of a new bath. It’s also far quicker. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. 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 choose Surface Doctor in Patching
- No need to remove anything
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
See our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Can I fix it myself?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
What we do, step by step
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. It typically takes most of the day, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- We clean and degrease the bath and repair any chips or rust.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- We spray several coats of new enamel finish.
- Once cured, normally by the following day, the bath is ready.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
How to get a price
Upload a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Patching, and we will reply with a fixed price.
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Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Patching
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Do you cover Patching?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to Patching and the rest of West Sussex. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes. Inside and out if you’d like.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so the tiles and taps stay put.
How durable is a resurfaced bath?
It depends on preparation, use and care. Properly prepared and looked after, it lasts well, and it’s guaranteed for a year.
What does bath re-enamelling cost?
Prices start from £350. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.
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