Kent · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Tudeley homes
Our technicians come to Tudeley for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- A coloured bath you want in white
For landlords and businesses
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Bath re-enamelling in Tudeley, done in place
Re-enamelling is a one-day job for most baths. Nothing is disconnected or removed. We work on cast iron baths, acrylic baths and Victorian roll-tops, and people most often call us about an old resurfacing that’s failing and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Tudeley (TN11)
- County
- Kent
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Our work in Tudeley
Tudeley is about 2 miles south-east of Tonbridge, in Kent. Our repair technicians come to homes and businesses in Tudeley and the surrounding area, so there is no workshop to go to. Our repair technicians cover 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 28 miles away.
Jobs in TN11 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. If you are just outside Tudeley, we cover Tudeley Hale (1 mile north-east), Crockhurst Street (1 mile south-east), Capel (1 mile south-east), Five Oak Green (2 miles east) and Colt's Hill (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Maidstone (11 miles north-east), Sevenoaks (9 miles north-west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (4 miles south-west), Kings Hill (7 miles north-east), Foley Park (11 miles north-east) and Paddock Wood (3 miles east).
Around Tudeley
Our clients here include homes close to Bishop Chavasse Primary School, The Poacher & Partridge pub and Hillview School for Girls. Nearby too are The Schools at Somerhill (0.7 miles west) and Church of All Saints (within half a mile south-east). Tudeley’s nearest station is Tonbridge station, roughly 2 miles west of the centre. A little further out are Tonbridge Castle (1.9 miles west) and The Milne Museum (2 miles north-west). Not far away are Barden Lake and Tudeley Woods RSPB reserve.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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.
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.
Common questions in Tudeley
Do you resurface freestanding baths?
Yes, frequently. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Can you resurface a pink bath in white?
Yes. Coloured baths can be resurfaced in white, and the basin and toilet can be done too.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Will the bath be moved?
No. We resurface it in place, so the tiles and taps stay put.
Will there be fumes?
Yes, while we are applying the finish. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
How long does re-enamelling take?
Normally one day, with the bath ready the day after. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
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Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Tudeley
Hard water speeds up the wear, and gritty cleaners are the worst culprits.
Send us a photo if you notice any of these:
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Wear marks under the taps
- Stains that will not shift
Questions to ask before you book
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Aftercare advice
- How the colour is matched
Repair or replace in Tudeley?
Replacing a bath can take several days across several trades. Re-enamelling is one technician, normally one day. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Tudeley
- Everything repaired in place
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- We leave the room as we found it
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Take a look at our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
What we do, step by step
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. The job normally takes a full day. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- Next we degrease the bath and fix chips and rust spots.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s generally ready the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Make sure the area is dry
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Get a quote
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Advice
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- Doing more than one item at once
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The size and number of damaged areas
A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Quotes from your pictures
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Steel baths re-enamel 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. They’re built to last, and only the surface wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.
Aftercare tips
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Never use suction bath mats
- Repair dripping taps early
- Don’t leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
Give the finish its full curing time before using the bath. Then, gentle cleaning with a soft cloth is enough.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, don’t pick at it. Water gets under it and the damage spreads, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
