Medway · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Wallend, Medway
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for householders, landlords and businesses in Wallend. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
Bath re-enamelling in Wallend, done in place
Resurfacing renews the entire surface of the bath without taking anything out. It’s the answer when the entire bath is tired rather than one spot. Typical jobs include an old resurfacing that’s failing and stains that won’t shift, on acrylic baths, pressed steel baths and basins & shower trays.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Area
- Wallend (ME3)
- Region
- Medway
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairing versus replacing in Wallend
Replacement only makes sense in a few cases: if the bath is cracked through, if you want a different size or shape, or if you’re refitting the entire room anyway. Otherwise, resurfacing generally wins. Prices start from £350. A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Wallend
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- One visit for most repairs
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Read our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Also near Wallend
Also in Wallend
DIY repairs versus a professional job
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Our work in Wallend
Wallend is about 5 miles north-west of Minster, in Medway. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Wallend is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. You can also see our page for London, about 34 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: ME3. Being close to the B2001, Wallend is simple for us to get to. Neighbouring places we cover include Grain (1 mile east), Blue Town (2 miles east), Sheerness (3 miles east), Queenborough (3 miles south-east) and Rushenden (3 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Gillingham (8 miles south-west), Chatham (10 miles south-west), Rochester (10 miles south-west), Rainham (8 miles south-west), Strood (10 miles south-west) and Luton (9 miles south-west).
Near you in Wallend
We visit homes around The Hogarth Inn, Church of St James and St James Church of England Primary Academy. For rail, the closest station is Sheerness-On-Sea station, roughly 2.6 miles east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Bluetown Heritage Centre (2.3 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Bishop Saltings.
Looking after it afterwards
Nothing complicated is needed:
- Do not let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Get any chip repaired quickly
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
Rinse the bath and wipe it over after use, particularly where water is hard, so limescale can’t build up.
Rust spots on a worn bath get worse with time. Resurfacing before they spread keeps it simpler.
What we do, step by step
Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for a full day from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to look after it.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- We spray several coats of new enamel finish.
- The bath is left to cure and can typically be used the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Ask for a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
Related advice
When we would advise against a repair
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- Problems we can’t see until an old finish comes off
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
FAQs for Wallend
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we will plan for it.
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes. We can do the inside and outside if you’d like.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
Is there any odour?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Repairs by material
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
When to call us in Wallend
The gloss on enamel is thin, and abrasive cleaning slowly wears it away. Eventually the surface turns porous and stains.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- An old resurfacing that is failing
What your quote should include
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether the price covers travel
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- Whether they match the colour on site
Landlord and trade work in Wallend
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.
For anyone letting property in or around Wallend, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
