West Sussex · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Plaistow, West Sussex
Damaged bath in Plaistow? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Chips and rust in more than one place
Bath re-enamelling in Plaistow, done in place
Most baths are re-enamelled in a day, and you can use the bath the next day. Nothing is disconnected or removed. We work on acrylic baths, Victorian roll-tops and basins & shower trays, and the jobs we see most are stains that won’t shift 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 will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Location
- Plaistow (RH14)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What bath re-enamelling costs
Resurfacing from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How much damage there is
- What the surface is made of
- Doing more than one item at once
What it costs 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 photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Getting a price from photos
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Natural light rather than flash
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
Plaistow and nearby
Plaistow is about 11 miles west of Horsham, in West Sussex. Customers in Plaistow get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from your photos, then a visit to do the work. We work in all 371 towns and villages across West Sussex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 36 miles away.
All of RH14 is covered. From The Street, Loxwood Road and Oakfield or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Plaistow include Durfold Wood (1 mile north-west), Ifold (1 mile east), Mackerel's Common (2 miles south), Loxwood (2 miles east) and Kirdford (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (11 miles east), Storrington (11 miles south-east), Billingshurst (6 miles south-east), Bewbush (15 miles east), Roffey (12 miles east) and Southwater (10 miles east).
Near you in Plaistow
Around Plaistow, we work in homes near Plaistow and Kirdford Primary School and Holy Trinity Church and the streets around them. Green spaces nearby include Shillinglee Lake.
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. You can expect it to take most of the day, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- We key the surface and put on a bonding primer.
- We spray several coats of new enamel finish.
- The bath is left to cure and can usually be used the next day.
Before we arrive
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Getting a price
If you’re in Plaistow and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- A metal bath with a through crack
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
For landlords and businesses
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Common problems we fix in Plaistow
Once enamel loses its gloss, it stains more easily, and scrubbing it wears it down further. At that stage, resurfacing is the fix.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- An old resurfacing that is failing
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- A coloured bath you want in white
What to look for in a quote
- How to look after the finish
- What prep work is covered
- What protection goes down before work starts
- How the colour is matched
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Plaistow
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before.
What happens after I send pictures?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Are there extra charges for Plaistow?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
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.
Can you re-enamel a roll-top bath?
Yes. We can do the inside and outside if you’d like.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Normally one day, with the bath ready the following day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
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 will reply with the earliest dates.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a bath usually involves a plumber, a fitter and a tiler. Resurfacing is one technician, normally in a day, with the bath ready the day after. Prices start from £350. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Plaistow
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Same prices wherever you are
- A fixed quote before booking
Read our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
DIY kit or professional repair?
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.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
