West Sussex · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Washington, West Sussex
Bath re-enamelling for Washington, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Washington
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. You end up with a smooth, glossy surface. Common call-outs are for wear marks under the taps and brown or grey marks that don’t clean off, on Victorian roll-tops, acrylic baths and cast iron baths.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Washington (RH20)
- County
- West Sussex
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Washington
Washington is about 6 miles north of Worthing, in West Sussex. We travel to homes and businesses in Washington, so nothing has to leave your home. We cover 371 places across West Sussex. Our jobs stretch from Washington to London (about 43 miles away).
All of RH20 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include London Road, The Street and Chanctonbury Close, and we cover them all. Other places close to Washington include Rock (1 mile north), Sullington (1 mile west), Heath Common (2 miles north-west), Storrington (2 miles north-west) and Warminghurst (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Horsham (12 miles north), Worthing (6 miles south), Bognor Regis (15 miles south-west), Haywards Heath (15 miles north-east), Burgess Hill (13 miles east) and Littlehampton (8 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Washington
Around Washington, we work in homes near The Parish Church of St Mary, The Frankland Arms Public House and St Mary's CofE Primary School. Other local landmarks include Rydon Community College (1.8 miles north-west) and Windlesham House School (1.2 miles south-west). Further afield, we also cover the area around The Storrington And District Museum (2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Washington include Chanctonbury Hill.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Prices start from £350. We don’t charge extra for travel to Washington. The price comes down to:
- What the surface is made of
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Whether we combine several jobs
- What kind of damage it is
Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
How to get a fixed quote
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Details of any past repairs
- Any details about the material
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
There is 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 come back to you with a fixed figure.
When to call us in Washington
Enamel doesn’t fail overnight. Years of cleaning, hard water and hot baths dull the surface, starting where water runs and sits.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- Lots of chips and rust spots
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether a trained technician does the job
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What a repair cannot fix
We won’t take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- Holes rusted through the metal
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
Aftercare tips
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
Give the finish its full curing time before using the bath. After that, a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, don’t pick at it. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
What happens on the day
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we’re there. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes the best part of a day. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- We clean and degrease the bath and repair any chips or rust.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- We spray several coats of new enamel finish.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s normally ready the day after.
Before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, 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 won’t last.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Washington
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Normally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day.
Is there a guarantee?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Are there extra charges for Washington?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
How durable is a resurfaced bath?
That depends on preparation and how the bath is treated. Properly prepared and looked after, it lasts well, and our work is guaranteed for a year.
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No. We resurface it in place, so nothing else is disturbed.
Different materials, different repairs
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Should you replace it?
For a sound bath, resurfacing costs far less than replacement, once you add removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating to the price of a new bath. It’s much quicker too. Prices start from £350. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Washington
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Take a look at our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
