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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Braintree, Essex
We travel to Braintree for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
Common problems we fix in Braintree
In hard water areas, limescale and the cleaning it needs wear enamel faster, and abrasive cleaners do the most damage.
Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- A coloured bath you want in white
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
What your quote should include
- Who will actually do the work
- How the colour is matched
- How changes to the job are handled
- How to care for the finish
Bath re-enamelling in Braintree without replacing anything
The bath stays where it is, so the taps, tiles and plumbing are not touched. It typically takes one visit, with the bath ready to use the following day. Typical jobs include a period or roll-top bath worth keeping and stains that won’t shift, in basins & shower trays, acrylic baths and Victorian roll-tops.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Braintree and across Essex.
Braintree and nearby
Braintree is about 39 miles north-east of London, in Essex. From the centre of Braintree to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Braintree is one of 644 places in Essex we cover. Our jobs stretch from Braintree to London (about 39 miles away).
Jobs in CM7, CO9, CM77 and CO6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Jobs here include addresses on Market Street, Little Square and Great Square. Braintree is on the A12 and A120, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Braintree include Bocking (1 mile west), Long Green (2 miles south-east), Great Notley (2 miles south-west), Black Notley (2 miles south) and Row Green (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Colchester (14 miles east), Chelmsford (11 miles south), Maldon (12 miles south-east), Witham (6 miles south-east), Camulodunum (13 miles east) and Halstead (5 miles north-east). Braintree is among the bigger towns we cover in Essex.
Landmarks near Braintree
Around Braintree, we work in homes near Bocking Blackwater, Alec Hunter Academy and Congregational Church, among other places. Other local landmarks include Great Bradfords Infant and Nursery School (under half a mile north-east), Angel Inn (under half a mile north-west) and Edith Borthwick School (1 mile north-west). The nearest railway station is Braintree station, about 0.5 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Tudor House Museum (Braintree) (less than half a mile north-west) and St Michael's Hospital (0.9 miles west). Open spaces near Braintree include Belcher's and Broadfield Woods.
Looking after it afterwards
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
Wait for the curing time we give you before the first bath. Then, gentle cleaning with a soft cloth is enough.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Resurfacing from £350. Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:
- The colour and finish to match
- Access to the area
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- The size and number of damaged areas
A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send photos and you will get a fixed figure.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Braintree: your questions answered
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You’ll get a fixed quote back. There is no obligation to book.
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
What information do you need?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Can you price it without visiting?
Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Do you work in Braintree?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to Braintree and the rest of Essex. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. It normally takes the best part of a day, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.
- 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
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Get a quote
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
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Why repair rather than replace?
If you like your bathroom but not your bath’s surface, resurfacing is the simplest answer. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Prices start from £350. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Braintree. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why book with us
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- No need to remove anything
- We leave the room as we found it
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
See our full price list or bath cost comparison.
What a repair can’t fix
In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- A metal bath with a through crack
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
- Steel that has corroded right through
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
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Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
