BATH REPAIR PORTSLADE-BY-SEA

Specialist Bath Resurfacing & Enamel Restoration for Coastal East Sussex Homes

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About Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea

Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea provide expert bath repair, resurfacing, and enamel restoration throughout Portslade and the wider East Sussex coastline. Our qualified technicians handle everything from minor surface chips on modern acrylic baths to complete enamel restoration on original Victorian cast iron tubs — offering a practical, affordable alternative to tearing out and replacing an entire bath.

Every job starts with a careful evaluation of the damage and the bath material. A single crack in a pressed steel bath demands a different technique to widespread enamel erosion on a century-old cast iron fixture. Acrylic, stone resin, fibreglass, pressed steel, and cast iron surfaces each respond to different repair methods, and Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea have the training and materials to address them all correctly.

The distinction that sets Bath Fixer apart from other bathroom repair firms operating along the Sussex coast is our dual bonding agent system. Most refinishing companies apply one primer coat before spraying the enamel finish. We apply two separate bonding agents, each cured with a hot air gun at high temperature, creating a significantly stronger adhesion layer. The outcome is a surface that withstands daily use for years without chipping, lifting, or yellowing.

Beyond baths, we also restore sinks, basins, shower trays, ceramic tiles, uPVC window frames and doors, granite worktops, and solid surface fixtures. If a hard surface in your Portslade home is chipped, cracked, scratched, or worn — there is every likelihood Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea can restore it without the expense of a full replacement.

Nearby Areas We Serve: The same types of bathroom repair challenges we address in Portslade-by-Sea are common across the neighbouring coastal towns. Property owners in Hove and Shoreham-by-Sea face comparable issues with ageing baths, coastal moisture damage, and deteriorating enamel surfaces. See our area-specific guides for detailed information about your location.

Professional Bath Resurfacing by Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea

Quality Guaranteed

Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea use a proprietary two-stage bonding system that delivers a stronger, longer-lasting finish than standard single-primer methods.

Dual Bonding
Two-stage primer system
Written Guarantee
Every repair backed

Our Services in Portslade-by-Sea

What Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea bring to homeowners, landlords, and property managers across East Sussex

3,000+

Bath Repairs Completed

97%

Client Satisfaction Rate

12+

Years of Local Experience

Precision Colour Matching

Our technicians blend the precise shade of your existing bath finish using professional-grade materials. Repaired sections merge invisibly with the surrounding surface — even on older enamel where the original colour has shifted over decades of exposure to cleaning products and hard water.

Completed in a Single Visit

Most chip repairs and minor restorations are finished within one appointment. A full bath resurface generally requires four to six hours on site, with the bath ready for use within twenty-four hours. Your household routine faces minimal interruption.

Durable Factory Finish

Our dual bonding agent system combined with infrared curing delivers a smooth, chip-resistant finish that stands up to daily use. Every repair is backed by a written guarantee. The result is a bath surface that looks and performs like new for years to come.

Qualified Refinishing Experts

Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea technicians are trained across all major bath materials — enamel, acrylic, pressed steel, stone resin, shower trays, sinks, worktops, and uPVC. We hold full public liability insurance for every job we undertake.

Why Portslade-by-Sea Property Owners Choose Bath Fixer

Portslade-by-Sea's residential streets reflect over a century of coastal development. The Victorian and Edwardian terraces clustered around the village centre and stretching towards Boundary Road sit alongside inter-war semi-detached homes built during the 1920s and 1930s expansion inland. Post-war council housing, 1960s and 1970s maisonettes, and more recent developments around the Station Road corridor add further variety to the local housing stock.

The original cast iron and enamel baths found in Portslade's older Victorian properties are particularly susceptible to enamel erosion, deep rust staining where moisture has penetrated worn areas, and crazing from decades of thermal cycling. Coastal humidity accelerates these problems — salt-laden air seeps through bathroom ventilation and hastens corrosion on any exposed metal. The pressed steel baths installed in mid-century homes develop surface chips and widespread dulling, while the acrylic tubs common in newer builds suffer from impact cracks, scratches, and flex-related stress fractures.

Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea understand these material-specific challenges and adapt our repair approach to suit the surface in front of us. We do not treat every bath the same way — the technique, materials, and preparation required for a Victorian cast iron roll-top differ fundamentally from those needed for a modern acrylic panel bath. That attention to the individual job is what produces repairs that last.

What We Repair

  • Enamel & acrylic bath resurfacing
  • Chip & crack repair
  • Shower tray restoration
  • Basin & sink repairs
  • Granite worktop repair
  • uPVC door & frame restoration
  • Cabinet & furniture repair
  • Laminate & veneer restoration

Recent Bath Repairs in Portslade-by-Sea

Real examples of restoration work completed by Bath Fixer across the Portslade-by-Sea and East Sussex area

Victorian Cast Iron Bath — Locks Hill

Portslade Village, BN41
The Challenge

A homeowner in one of the original Victorian cottages on Locks Hill contacted us about their cast iron bath. Decades of use had left the enamel heavily crazed across the base, with three deep rust patches where moisture had worked through to the iron beneath. The yellowed surface and rough texture had reached a point where the owner was considering ripping the bath out entirely. A local bathroom fitter had quoted over £2,400 for removal, tiling repair, and replacement with a modern acrylic unit — but the homeowner wanted to preserve the period character of the room.

Our Solution

Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea treated each rust patch with a specialist converter to halt further corrosion, then rebuilt the damaged areas with a high-adhesion filler to match the original profile. The full surface was keyed, degreased, and prepared for our two-stage bonding agent application. Two coats of colour-matched enamel were professionally sprayed and cured using our infrared low-bake system.

The Result

The bath was restored to a bright, smooth finish with no visible trace of the previous corrosion or crazing. The homeowner kept their original Victorian bath, saved over £2,000 compared to the replacement quote, and avoided days of bathroom disruption. The repair was completed in a single visit and carries a written guarantee.

Acrylic Bath Crack Repair — Station Road Flat

Portslade-by-Sea, BN41
The Challenge

A landlord managing a ground-floor flat near Station Road needed an urgent repair on an acrylic bath that had sustained a deep impact crack and a series of radiating hairline fractures. A heavy ceramic soap dish had been dropped onto the bath edge during a bathroom clean, and the damage was severe enough that the landlord feared the bath would need replacing before a scheduled tenancy changeover. A plumber estimated over £1,600 for the replacement including tile removal and refitting.

Our Solution

We stabilised every hairline fracture to prevent further spread, then filled the primary impact site with a structural-grade compound designed for flexible acrylic surfaces. The repaired area was sanded flush, colour-matched to the existing white finish, and blended seamlessly with the surrounding bath. A protective topcoat was applied and infrared cured on site to lock in durability.

The Result

The entire repair was completed in under four hours. The landlord met the tenancy changeover deadline without any delay, the bath showed no sign of the original damage, and the cost was a fraction of the full replacement quote. A written guarantee was provided covering the repair.

Our Bath Resurfacing Process

Step-by-step breakdown of how Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea restore your bath to factory-fresh condition

1
Protection & Preparation

We dust-sheet the flooring, WC, basin, radiators, and major fixtures. Old sealant is removed and the surrounding area is thoroughly protected before any work begins.

2
Deep Clean & Damage Repair

Specialist cleaning agents remove all residue. We then repair every imperfection — chips, cracks, abrasions, mineral deposits, and erosion. Structural issues are addressed at this stage.

3
Masking & Surface Prep

Tiles, walls, taps, drain, and overflow are masked with specialist covering materials. A professional-grade degreaser eliminates any remaining contaminants from the bath surface.

4
Dual Bonding Agent Application

We apply the first bonding agent, then reinforce with a second primer using high-temperature application. This two-stage process — unique to Bath Fixer — creates an ultra-durable bond with the original surface.

5
Enamel Spray & Infrared Curing

The new enamel surface is professionally sprayed and cured using our infrared low-bake system. This accelerates bonding and produces a smooth, hard-wearing factory-quality finish.

6
Polish, Seal & Final Check

We polish the surface to perfection, remove all masking, and apply a protective waterproof sealant to ensure a watertight, secure finish. The bath is inspected before sign-off.

What Our Portslade-by-Sea Clients Say

Feedback from homeowners and landlords who have used Bath Fixer in East Sussex

Karen M.
Portslade Village — 10/02/2025

"Fantastic work on our Victorian cast iron bath. The enamel had worn through in several places and looked terrible. The technician was thorough, tidy, and the finished result is stunning — like having a brand new bath without the hassle of ripping out the old one."

James R.
Boundary Road — 18/11/2024

"Called Bath Fixer about a cracked shower tray in our flat near Boundary Road. They came out within days, repaired it perfectly, and the price was very fair. Professional from start to finish. Would definitely use again for any bathroom surface repairs."

Linda C.
North Portslade — 05/08/2024

"We had two chipped baths in our rental properties in Portslade that needed sorting before new tenants moved in. Bath Fixer handled both in a single day. Excellent colour matching and a very neat finish. The tenants have been in for months now with no issues at all."

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Bath Repair Pricing — Portslade-by-Sea Specialists

Transparent pricing from Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea — choose the service level that matches your repair needs

Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea offer three tiers of service tailored to different damage types and budgets. Every repair uses the same professional materials and our dual bonding system — the difference is the scope of the work involved. Whether you need a single chip sorted or a complete bath refinished, there is a package built for your situation.

Chip & Crack Repair

From

£95
per repair

Individual chip or crack repair on any bath surface

  • Single chip or crack repair
  • Professional colour matching
  • Surface preparation & priming
  • Finished in a single visit
  • Written guarantee included
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Full Bath Resurfacing

From

£355
per bath

Complete bath resurfacing with dual bonding system

  • Full surface preparation
  • All chips & cracks repaired
  • Dual bonding agent system
  • Professional enamel spray
  • Infrared curing & polishing
  • Waterproof sealant finish
  • Written guarantee included
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Full Bathroom Suite

From

£585
bath + basin + tiles

Complete bathroom refinishing for a full transformation

  • Everything in Full Resurfacing
  • Basin & pedestal resurfacing
  • Tile surface refinishing
  • Colour change available
  • Priority scheduling
  • Extended written guarantee
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Frequently Asked Questions — Bath Repair Portslade-by-Sea

Common questions answered by Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea

Resurfacing your bath typically costs between forty and sixty per cent less than a complete replacement. For period properties in Portslade-by-Sea — particularly those with original cast iron baths — resurfacing preserves a high-quality fixture that modern replacements rarely match. It also avoids the extensive disruption of disconnecting plumbing, removing tiles, and disposing of the old bath, which can easily add days and hundreds of pounds to the project.

Yes. Our coating system works on bathtubs, washbasins, sink pedestals, and ceramic tile surfaces. We can refinish your entire suite to a uniform colour. The only fixture we recommend replacing rather than refinishing is the toilet — regular cleaning with abrasive products and brushes gradually breaks down the refinished coating over time, making it impractical for long-term use.

Absolutely. We repair individual chips, scratches, and localised damage regularly across Portslade-by-Sea and the surrounding East Sussex area. Dropped bottles, showerheads, heavy taps, and tile fragments are the most frequent causes of impact damage we see. Our professional colour-matching process ensures the repaired spot blends invisibly with the existing surface.

A standard full resurfacing takes between four and six hours on site. This covers surface preparation, chip and crack repair, application of our dual bonding agents, the enamel spray coat, infrared curing, and final polishing. The bath is suitable for light use after twenty-four hours and fully cured within forty-eight hours of completion.

The majority of our call-outs in Portslade-by-Sea involve correcting failed DIY attempts. The kits sold at high street hardware stores contain consumer-grade materials that lack the adhesion and durability of professional coatings. They frequently produce a visible patch, an uneven texture, or a finish that yellows and lifts within weeks. A professional repair from Bath Fixer costs more than a kit but produces a result that holds up for years rather than peeling after the first month.

Bath Fixer covers the whole of Portslade-by-Sea and the wider East Sussex coastal area. Our regular service areas include Portslade village, North Portslade, Southwick, Hove, Brighton, Shoreham-by-Sea, and Lancing. We also attend properties further afield in Worthing, Steyning, and across the Brighton and Hove city area.

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Areas We Cover in & Around Portslade-by-Sea

Bath Fixer provide professional bath repair and resurfacing across Portslade-by-Sea and the wider East Sussex coast

Portslade Village & North Portslade

The heart of old Portslade features Victorian terraces and Edwardian cottages alongside inter-war semi-detached homes further inland. Original cast iron and pressed steel baths remain common in these properties, often requiring enamel restoration, rust treatment, and chip repair after decades of daily use.

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Hove

Hove's grand Regency and Victorian terraces contain some of the finest period bathrooms along the Sussex coast. Cast iron roll-top baths, claw-foot freestanding tubs, and original enamel fixtures are frequently in need of careful restoration to preserve their character while renewing the surface.

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Southwick

Southwick's residential streets are dominated by 1920s and 1930s housing with a mix of semi-detached and terraced properties. Pressed steel baths with surface chips and enamel wear are the most frequent repair requests, along with shower tray cracks in updated bathrooms.

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Shoreham-by-Sea

Shoreham combines period character properties near the town centre with 1950s and 1960s housing along the river and coast. Coastal humidity and salt air accelerate enamel deterioration, making professional bath resurfacing a particularly common requirement in this area.

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Brighton

Brighton's dense mix of Regency townhouses, Victorian terraces, and modern apartments produces a wide range of bath repair needs. From heritage cast iron restoration in Kemptown to acrylic chip repair in new-build flats near the marina, Bath Fixer handle every material and era.

Bath Repair Brighton
Surrounding Areas

Bath Fixer operate across the wider East Sussex coast and into neighbouring areas. We regularly attend properties in the surrounding towns that share similar housing stock and repair needs.

Professional Bath Repair Portslade-by-Sea, East Sussex

Bath Fixer Portslade-by-Sea deliver the professional bath repair and resurfacing service that East Sussex property owners can depend on. Whether you need a single chip repaired, a full bath resurfaced, or a complete bathroom suite refinished, our trained specialists produce a factory-quality finish backed by a written guarantee.

Every repair uses our proprietary dual bonding system and infrared curing process — the same professional methodology whether the job is a minor touch-up or a full restoration. We do not cut corners, we do not use consumer-grade materials, and we do not leave until the job meets our standards.

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