Cornwall · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Stratton, Cornwall
Our repair technicians come to Stratton for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
Where we work around Stratton
Stratton is about 19 miles south-west of Bideford, in Cornwall. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our technicians cover all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.
Every address in EX23 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. From Ward Close, Union Hill and Hospital Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. You’ll find Stratton on the A39 and A3072, so it’s easy for us to reach. Close by, we cover Bude (1 mile west), Poughill (1 mile north-west), Flexbury (1 mile west), Maer (2 miles north-west) and Hele (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Launceston (15 miles south-east), Newport (15 miles south-east), St Stephens by Launceston (14 miles south-east), Boscastle (13 miles south-west), Kilkhampton (4 miles north-east) and Tintagel (15 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Stratton
We visit homes around St Andrew's Church, Stratton Primary School and Budehaven Community School, among other places. A little further out are Militaria Museum (1.3 miles west) and Penstowe Castle (3.4 miles north). The countryside around Stratton includes Maer Lake.
Bath re-enamelling in Stratton, done in place
Resurfacing renews the whole surface of the bath without taking anything out. It suits baths that are dull, stained, rough or chipped all over. We are often asked to fix an original cast iron bath that needs restoring and enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough, across basins & shower trays, cast iron baths and acrylic baths.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Where
- Stratton (EX23)
- County
- Cornwall
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, including:
- A cast iron or steel bath that’s cracked right through
- Holes rusted through the metal
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Cast iron baths
- Pressed steel baths
Different materials, different repairs
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.
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Other services in Stratton
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
What we are called out for in Stratton
Previous coatings can fail too, peeling around the waste or bubbling. Failing coatings are stripped back before we resurface.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- Thin, worn enamel in places
What to look for in a quote
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How the colour is matched
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
How the visit works
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes the best part of a day for most jobs. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures.
How to prepare
- Let us know about parking or access
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Ask for a price
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or call us. We will say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
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Questions from Stratton
How durable is a resurfaced bath?
It depends on preparation, use and care. With good preparation and gentle cleaning it lasts a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year.
Will the bath be moved?
No. We resurface it in place, so nothing else is disturbed.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can pets and children be at home?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there’s more, we will tell you before starting.
What does bath re-enamelling cost?
Prices start from £350. We give a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
What information do you need?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.
Do you resurface freestanding baths?
Yes, roll-tops are a big part of our work. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Stratton
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Stratton as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
Repairing versus replacing in Stratton
Replacing the bath means a plumber, removing a heavy bath, making good the walls and tiles and days without a bathroom. Resurfacing renews the whole surface with the bath left where it is. Prices start from £350. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Stratton
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- A fixed quote before booking
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
Take a look at our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material and finish
What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Send pictures for a quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Something in shot to show the size
- One picture of the whole bath
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job.
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