Kent · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Shottenden, Kent
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Shottenden and across Kent. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
Bath re-enamelling in Shottenden, done in place
After re-enamelling, the bath has a smooth, glossy, new-looking surface, but without the cost and upheaval of a refit. It’s ideal if you like your bathroom but not the state of the bath. We’re often asked to fix worn patches where water runs and sits and brown or grey marks that don’t clean off, on Victorian roll-tops, basins & shower trays and pressed steel baths.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Where
- Shottenden (CT4)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
A replacement often means several trades over several days. Re-enamelling is one technician, generally one day, with the bath back in use the next day. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Shottenden
- Everything repaired in place
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Same prices wherever you are
See our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Shottenden
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.
What happens on the day
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a full day. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- Primer and finish coats are applied.
- We remove the masking, tidy up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let us know about parking or access
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Getting a price
Email us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your CT4 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Advice
Towns and villages near Shottenden
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Different materials, different repairs
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
What affects the price in Shottenden
Resurfacing from £350. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- What the surface is made of
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How easy the damage is to reach
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Send photos for a quote
Before you send photos, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Where you are, by postcode
- Something in shot to show the size
- A photo taken from further back
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Shottenden and nearby
Shottenden is about 5 miles south of Faversham, in Kent. Whether you are in the middle of Shottenden or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 47 miles away.
We work across CT4 and the streets around it. From Shottenden Road, Goldups Lane and Beaney's Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around Shottenden: Perrywood (1 mile north), Selling (1 mile north), Hogben's Hill (2 miles north), Molash (2 miles south-west) and Mountain Street (2 miles south-east). Further out, we also cover Ashford (8 miles south), Canterbury (7 miles east), Sittingbourne (10 miles north-west), Whitstable (8 miles north-east), Faversham (5 miles north) and Herne Bay (12 miles north-east).
Around Shottenden
Shottenden’s nearest station is Selling station, roughly 2 miles north. A little further out are Tower keep castle at Chilham (1.6 miles east).
Looking after it afterwards
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Never use suction bath mats
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
A quick rinse and wipe after use helps, especially in hard water areas, to stop limescale building up.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, don’t pick at it. Water gets under it and the damage spreads, so have it stripped and resurfaced.
When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
Common questions in Shottenden
Will it make a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Do you cover the whole of Kent?
We cover the entire UK, including Shottenden and the rest of Kent. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.
How long does re-enamelling last?
A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We review the pictures and send a fixed quote.
Someone resurfaced my bath and it’s peeling. Can you help?
In most cases. The old coating comes off before we resurface it. Tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
