Kent · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in St Lawrence, Kent
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing in St Lawrence, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
About our bath re-enamelling in St Lawrence
After cleaning, repairing and priming, we spray on the new finish. Most of the work, and most of the durability, is in the preparation, and we take our time over it. Typical jobs include enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough and a coating lifting around the plughole, across pressed steel baths, acrylic baths and Victorian roll-tops.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Area
- St Lawrence (CT11, CT12)
- County
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
How the visit works
Once we’re through the door, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the job takes most of the day, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- 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.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Getting a price
If you’re in St Lawrence and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Advice
Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Towns and villages near St Lawrence
Also in St Lawrence
What we cannot put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A bath that is rusted through
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- A metal bath with a through crack
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we work on in St Lawrence
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
St Lawrence and the surrounding area
St Lawrence is about 1 mile west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 65 miles away.
Our visits in CT11 and CT12 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on Park Road, Saxon Road and Downs Road and the roads around them. With the A255 close by, St Lawrence is simple for us to get to. Nearby, we also work in Ramsgate (1 mile east), Northwood (1 mile north), Upton (2 miles north-east), St Peter's (2 miles north) and Broadstairs (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Canterbury (14 miles west), Margate (3 miles north), Dover (14 miles south), Deal (8 miles south), Herne Bay (12 miles west) and Tower Hamlets (15 miles south).
Near you in St Lawrence
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ellington Infant School, Chatham House Grammar School and The Admiral Fox pub. You will also find Churchill House School With Railed Area (0.7 miles south-east) and Church of St Laurence (under half a mile north). St Lawrence has its own railway station: Ramsgate station. A little further out are Westwood Cross (1.5 miles north) and Ramsgate General Hospital (0.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
Common questions in St Lawrence
How long will the bath be out of use?
Usually one day, with the bath ready the day after. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
What happens if you find more damage?
Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Will there be fumes?
A little, during the work. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
Will the bath be moved?
No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so the tiles and taps stay put.
What happens next?
You will get a fixed quote back, plus dates. There’s no obligation to book.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Landlord and trade work in St Lawrence
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.
Repair or replace: which is better?
A new bath means a plumber, removing a heavy bath, making good the walls and tiles and days without a bathroom. Resurfacing renews the whole surface without moving it. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Why choose Surface Doctor in St Lawrence
- Same prices wherever you are
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Colour-matched on site
See our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Keeping it looking good
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Do not leave a chip unrepaired
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Treat the new finish gently at first: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. From then on, avoid abrasives and suction mats.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and rust spots spread under the surface. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
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.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. There is no charge for travel to St Lawrence. The price depends on:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Access to the area
Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
How to get a fixed quote
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Details of any past repairs
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A photo taken from further back
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job without visiting.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
