Portsmouth · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Baffins homes
Bath re-enamelling in and around Baffins: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A coloured bath you want in white
- Thin, worn enamel in places
Looking after it afterwards
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Repair dripping taps early
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
- Respect the curing time we give you
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, as they can stain. Fix dripping taps quickly.
Leave a peeling coating alone. Water gets under it and the damage spreads, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Baffins
Cast iron, steel, acrylic, roll-top and period baths can all be resurfaced. Several coats of finish go on over a bonding primer, after the bath has been cleaned, repaired and keyed. Typical jobs include chips and rust in more than one place and wear marks under the taps, across Victorian roll-tops, cast iron baths and acrylic baths.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Where
- Baffins (PO3, PO4, PO2)
- Area hub
- Portsmouth
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Other services in Baffins
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
The process
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Allow most of the day from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and how to look after it.
- First we look the bath over and confirm the finish.
- Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
- The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- We remove the masking, tidy up and give you the curing time.
Before we arrive
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
Advice
FAQs for Baffins
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Does re-enamelling smell?
Yes, while we’re applying the finish. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
How long is the bath unusable?
Generally one day, with the bath ready the following day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
How long does re-enamelling last?
A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
How do I book?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Can you resurface a pink bath in white?
Yes, most people go for white. Tell us what you’d like when you ask for a quote.
How much does bath re-enamelling cost in Baffins?
Prices start from £350. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You will get a fixed figure before you book.
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
Where we work around Baffins
Baffins is about 1 mile east of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our technicians cover all 19 towns and villages in Portsmouth. Our nearest city page is London, about 63 miles away.
Jobs in PO3, PO4 and PO2 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Byron Road, James Road and Dover Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Baffins sits on or near the A288, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover include Copnor (1 mile north-west), Kingston (1 mile south-west), Fratton (1 mile south-west), Portsmouth (1 mile west) and North End (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Wymering (3 miles north), Paulsgrove (3 miles north-west), Drayton (3 miles north) and Farlington (3 miles north).
Around Baffins
We visit homes around The Baffins pub, St Edmund's Catholic School and Miltoncross Academy, among other places. Nearby too are Church of St Cuthbert (within half a mile west), Langstone Junior Academy (under half a mile south) and Alexandra Park (1.7 miles north-west). For rail, the closest station is Fratton station, about 1 mile south-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Southsea Castle (2.4 miles south-west) and Southsea (2.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Portsdown Hill and Milton Locks.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Resurfacing from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- The material and finish
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Access to the area
- How many items we do on one visit
A repair typically costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.
How to get a fixed quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Something in shot to show the size
- A picture taken from further back
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job without visiting.
Repairing versus replacing in Baffins
Replacing the bath means a plumber, removing a heavy bath, making good the walls and tiles and days without a bathroom. Re-enamelling renews the entire surface with the bath left where it is. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why book with us
- A fixed quote before you book
- One price list for the entire UK
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
See our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Baffins
The gloss on enamel is thin, and abrasive cleaning slowly wears it away. After years of use, the surface becomes porous and stains easily.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:
- An old resurfacing that is failing
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- Stains that won’t shift
Comparing quotes
- Aftercare advice
- How long it needs to cure
- How the room is protected while they work
- What preparation is included
When we’d advise against a repair
Not everything can be repaired, and we’ll tell you before we start. We can’t fix:
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
DIY repairs versus a professional job
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
