Medway · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Upper Upnor, Medway
Bath re-enamelling in Upper Upnor without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
Repairing versus replacing in Upper Upnor
A refit takes several trades and several days. Resurfacing is one technician, normally in a day, with the bath ready the following day. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Upper Upnor
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Most jobs done in one visit
Take a look at our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Bath re-enamelling in Upper Upnor without replacing anything
We resurface cast iron, steel and acrylic baths, including roll-tops and period baths. Several coats of finish go on over a bonding primer, after the bath has been cleaned, repaired and keyed. If you are dealing with brown or grey marks that don’t clean off and a coloured bath you want in white, we can help.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Upper Upnor (ME2)
- County
- Medway
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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Can I fix it myself?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
Keeping it looking good
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Store bottles off the bath
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
Avoid hair dye, bath bombs and oils sitting on the surface, because they can mark the finish. Repair dripping taps promptly.
Leave a peeling coating alone. Water gets under it and the damage spreads, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
How it works
We turn up at the time we agreed with you and checks the damage against your photos first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. Most visits take the best part of a day, and we leave the room as we found it.
- 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.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Let us know about parking or access
Getting a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, add your postcode and send them over. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
Related advice
Where we work around Upper Upnor
Upper Upnor is about 2 miles north-east of Rochester, in Medway. Wherever you are in the ME2 postcode area, a technician comes to you. Upper Upnor is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. Our jobs stretch from Upper Upnor to London (27 miles away).
Jobs in ME2 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on High Street, Upnor Road and Castle Street or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Upper Upnor include Lower Upnor (1 mile north-east), Wainscott (1 mile north-west), Chattenden (1 mile north), Hoo St Werburgh (2 miles north-east) and Cooling Street (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Gillingham (3 miles south-east), Chatham (3 miles south), Rainham (5 miles south-east), Luton (3 miles south), Park Wood (5 miles south-east) and Lordswood (5 miles south).
Landmarks near Upper Upnor
Typical jobs here are in homes near Lower Lines Park, Waterfront University Technical College and St Philip & St James. Also close by are Waterfront UTC (1.3 miles south-east), The Kings Arms (within half a mile east), Wainscott Primary School (0.5 miles north-west) and Former Ordnance Store At Chatham Gun Wharf (1.4 miles south). For rail, the closest station is Strood station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Pentagon Shopping Centre (1.6 miles south) and City of Rochester-upon-Medway (1.4 miles south-west). Open spaces near Upper Upnor include Gad's Hill and Rede Common.
When we would advise against a repair
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Problems we cannot see until an old finish comes off
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- A bath that is rusted through
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths re-enamel well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Steel often rusts by the plughole, so we pay close attention there.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. They’re built to last, and only the surface wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.
When to call us in Upper Upnor
The gloss on enamel is thin, and abrasive cleaning slowly wears it away. Eventually the surface turns porous and stains.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- A coloured bath you want in white
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
Before you book anyone
- If travel is included in the price
- Who will actually do the work
- When it can be used again
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. There’s no charge for travel to Upper Upnor. The price depends on:
- The material and finish
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What kind of damage it is
- Doing more than one item at once
Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Send pictures for a quote
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One picture of the whole bath
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Questions from Upper Upnor
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We review the pictures and send a fixed quote with dates.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can tenants book a repair?
Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Can you quote from pictures?
Nearly always. If pictures don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.
What areas do you cover?
Across the UK, so Upper Upnor is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.
Can you make a coloured bath white?
Yes, white is the usual choice. Mention the colour you want when you send photos.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners across Medway.
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