Wakefield · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Altofts homes
Bath re-enamelling in and around Altofts: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Thin, worn enamel in places
About our bath re-enamelling in Altofts
After re-enamelling, the bath has a smooth, glossy, new-looking surface, without any of the disruption of replacing it. It suits anyone happy with the bathroom apart from the bath. Our technicians work on pressed steel baths, Victorian roll-tops and cast iron baths, and people most often call us about several chips and rust patches and a bath that stays dull however much you clean it.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll come back.
- Where
- Altofts (WF6)
- Area hub
- Wakefield
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
- Do not leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- Repair dripping taps early
The first few days matter most: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, don’t pick at it. Water gets under it and the damage spreads, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
Should you replace it?
A replacement often means several trades over several days. Re-enamelling is one technician, usually one day, with the bath back in use the day after. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why Altofts clients choose us
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Work done at your home or business
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Colour-matched on site
Read our pricing or bath cost comparison.
Towns and villages near Altofts
Other services in Altofts
Landlord and trade work in Altofts
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Altofts use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, once any rust has been treated. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we check it carefully.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Altofts: your questions answered
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Usually one day, with the bath ready the next day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Someone resurfaced my bath and it’s peeling. Can you help?
In most cases. We strip the failing coating and resurface it properly. Tell us about it when you ask for a quote.
Will the bath be moved?
Not at all. We work on the bath in place, with the room protected and ventilated.
Will there be fumes?
There is some smell while the coating is applied, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It fades as the coating cures.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
How it works
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to a full day, tidy-up included.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- Next we degrease the bath and fix chips and rust spots.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s usually ready the day after.
How to prepare
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Open a window if you can
- Clear the area around the damage
Ask for a price
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
Advice
What we’re called out for in Altofts
By the time a bath is a few decades old, it may have a mix of issues: worn patches, chips, rust spots and stains. Resurfacing sorts them out together.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- An old resurfacing that is failing
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
Before booking anyone
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- If travel is included in the price
- How changes to the job are handled
- How to look after the finish
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- What the surface is made of
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How hard the colour is to match
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Quotes from your pictures
Two or three clear pictures are usually enough. Try to include:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Details of any past repairs
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Where we work around Altofts
Altofts is about 1 mile south of Normanton, in Wakefield. From the centre of Altofts to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover all 101 towns and villages across Wakefield, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Altofts to Leeds (about 9 miles away).
We work across WF6 and the streets around it. Whether you live on High Street, Church Lane and Buckle Lane or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Altofts include Goosehill (1 mile south-west), Warmfield (1 mile south-west), New Sharlston (1 mile south), Streethouse (2 miles south) and Kirkthorpe (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Wakefield (4 miles west), Castleford (3 miles north-east), Pontefract (4 miles east), Ossett (7 miles west), South Kirkby and Moorthorpe (8 miles south-east) and South Elmsall (9 miles south-east).
Local landmarks in Altofts
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Black Swan pub, All Saints Church and St Wilfrid's Catholic High School & Sixth Form College and the streets around them. There’s a railway station in Altofts itself: Normanton station. Other landmarks nearby include Clarke Hall Educational Museum (2.8 miles west) and Castleford (2.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Altofts include St Aidan's and Lemonroyd Lake.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
