Cumbria · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Brampton, Cumbria
Damaged bath in Brampton? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
- Wear marks under the taps
Questions from Brampton
How long does re-enamelling last?
That depends on preparation and how the bath is treated. Properly prepared and looked after, it lasts well, and our work is guaranteed for a year.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes. Removing the old finish takes extra time, which we include in the price.
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Is there a call-out fee?
We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
Can you resurface a pink bath in white?
Yes. Coloured baths can be resurfaced in white, and we can do the rest of the suite as well.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.
About our bath re-enamelling in Brampton
Re-enamelling gives a worn bath a new glossy surface without taking anything out. It suits baths that are dull, stained, rough or chipped all over. If you’re dealing with several chips and rust patches and a period or roll-top bath worth keeping, we can help.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we will come back.
- Location
- Brampton (CA8)
- County
- Cumbria
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Honest limits
A repair is not right for every job, including:
- Steel that has corroded right through
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
Keeping it looking good
Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
The first few days matter most: give it the full curing time, then clean it gently. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
DIY kit or professional repair?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
What your bath is made of matters
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we pay close attention there.
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many areas need work
- How hard the colour is to match
- What kind of damage it is
We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Getting a price from pictures
Two or three clear photos are generally enough. Try to include:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
For a price in Brampton, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Where we work around Brampton
Brampton is about 9 miles north-east of Carlisle, in Cumbria. Anywhere in CA8, we carry out the work at your property. We work in all 438 towns and villages across Cumbria, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Brampton to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 44 miles away).
Our technicians cover all of CA8. From Main Street, Station Road and Howard Arms Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Brampton sits on or near the A6071 and B6413, which makes travel easy. If you are just outside Brampton, we cover Hayton (2 miles south-west), Talkin (2 miles south-east), How (3 miles south), Hallbankgate (3 miles east) and Fenton (4 miles south). Further out, we also cover Carlisle (9 miles south-west), Currock (9 miles south-west), Raffles (10 miles west), Botcherby (8 miles south-west), Morton (10 miles south-west) and Belle Vue (10 miles west).
Near you in Brampton
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Brampton Primary School, St Martin's Church and William Howard School. The closest station to Brampton is Brampton (Cumbria) station, about 1.4 miles south-east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around The Lyc Museum & Art Gallery (3.3 miles north-east) and Lanercost Bridge (2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Geltsdale RSPB reserve and Talkin Tarn.
Work for landlords and builders
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
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How the visit works
We begin by going over the job with you. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. You can expect it to take most of the day, and we will tell you if anything changes.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the day after.
How to prepare
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Let us know which floor the room is on
How to get a price
Send us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your CA8 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Advice
Repair or replace: which is better?
Getting a cast iron bath out is hard work: it’s very heavy, may need breaking up, and the replacement can be costly. Re-enamelling avoids all of it. Prices start from £350. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
What you get with us
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Colour-matched on site
Read our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
