Cambridgeshire · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Wicken, Cambridgeshire
Bath re-enamelling for Wicken, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- A roll-top that is seen better days
Should you replace it?
A refit takes several trades and several days. Resurfacing is one technician, normally in a day, with the bath ready the day after. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing typically 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 Wicken
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Work done at your home or business
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Take a look at our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Wicken
We resurface cast iron, steel and acrylic baths, including roll-tops and period baths. The finish is sprayed on in several coats over a bonding primer, after the bath has been cleaned, repaired and keyed. We are frequently asked to fix brown or grey marks that don’t clean off and a bath in a colour that no longer suits, on acrylic baths, Victorian roll-tops and pressed steel baths.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Wicken (CB7)
- County
- Cambridgeshire
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Also near Wicken
Also in Wicken
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- Don’t leave a chip unrepaired
Avoid hair dye, bath bombs and oils sitting on the surface, because they can mark the finish. Fix dripping taps quickly.
Leave a peeling coating alone. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so have it stripped and resurfaced.
What happens on the day
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a full day. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Getting a price
Most clients in Wicken get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Related advice
When a repair isn’t the answer
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- A bath split right through the body
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
What affects the price in Wicken
Resurfacing from £350. There’s no charge for travel to Wicken. The price comes down to:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- What the surface is made of
- The colour and finish to match
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
How to get a fixed price
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Something in shot to show the size
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
FAQs for Wicken
Will the new finish last?
A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
What does bath re-enamelling cost?
Prices start from £350. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
How long does re-enamelling take?
Typically one day, with the bath ready the day after. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We come back with a fixed quote, plus dates. There’s no obligation to book.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes, frequently. We resurface the inside, and the outside can be refinished too.
Is there a smell?
Yes, while we are applying the finish. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
Can I fix it myself?
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.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Our work in Wicken
Wicken is about 6 miles south of Ely, in Cambridgeshire. Our technicians come to customers in Wicken and nearby villages, so there’s no workshop to go to. We cover all 371 towns and villages across Cambridgeshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 59 miles away.
Here we cover the CB7 postcode area. Streets in the area include High Street, Church Road and Chapel Lane. Other places close to Wicken include Upware (2 miles west), Soham (2 miles north-east), Down Field (2 miles east), Burwell (3 miles south-east) and Reach (3 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Cambridge (10 miles south-west), Newmarket (6 miles south-east), Ely (6 miles north), Chatteris (15 miles north-west), Littleport (10 miles north) and King's Hedges (9 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Wicken
Typical jobs here are in homes near Soham Village College and Church of St Lawrence, among other places. Wicken’s nearest station is Soham station, roughly 1.9 miles north-east. Green spaces nearby include Wicken Fen.
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
When to call us in Wicken
Frequently the bath has just had decades of use, with nothing wrong except the surface. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is typically as strong as ever.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
- Lots of chips and rust spots
Comparing quotes
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- What prep work is covered
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How soon you can use it again
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
