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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Breage, Cornwall

Damaged bath in Breage? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Wear marks under the taps
  • A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath re-enamelling in Breage

Bath re-enamelling at your home in Breage

Re-enamelling gives a worn bath a new glossy surface without taking anything out. It’s the answer when the entire bath is tired rather than one spot. We work on cast iron baths, acrylic baths and Victorian roll-tops, and the jobs we see most are several chips and rust patches and stains that won’t shift.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Area
Breage (TR13)
County
Cornwall
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

What happens on the day

We agree an arrival time beforehand. On site, it takes most of the day in most cases. The room is left tidy and you’ll know when it can be used.

  1. First we look the bath over and confirm the finish.
  2. Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
  3. The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
  4. We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
  5. The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.

Before we arrive

  • Open a window if you can
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

Get a quote

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

What affects the price in Breage

Resurfacing from £350. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. This is what makes a difference:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • The material and finish
  • The colour and finish to match
  • How much damage there is

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.

Getting a price from photos

Phone pictures are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Make sure they show:

  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Any details about the material
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

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 the same day in most cases.

Repair or replace: which is better?

A refit takes several trades and several days. Re-enamelling takes one technician and typically one day, with the bath ready the day after. Prices start from £350. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why us?

  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

See our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

For landlords and businesses

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

What we cannot put right

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
  • A bath split right through the body
  • A bath that is rusted through

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.

Materials we repair

  • Basins & shower trays
  • Acrylic baths
  • Pressed steel baths
  • Victorian roll-tops
  • Cast iron baths

Different materials, different repairs

Cast iron

Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.

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.

How to care for the repair

Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:

  • Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
  • Don’t leave a chip unrepaired
  • Never use suction bath mats
  • Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it

Avoid hair dye, bath bombs and oils sitting on the surface, because they can mark the finish. Repair dripping taps promptly.

On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading and make the job bigger. Resurfacing before they spread keeps it simpler.

Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Breage

Can a failed resurfacing be redone?

Yes, we do this regularly. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.

Will there be a smell?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It clears as the materials cure.

What happens after I send photos?

We come back with a fixed quote. There’s no obligation to book.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

The price is fixed for what the pictures show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

Can you make a coloured bath white?

Yes, most people go for white. Mention the colour you want when you send pictures.

What we’re called out for in Breage

Many baths we resurface have simply been well used, with nothing wrong except the surface. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is typically as strong as ever.

Send us a photo if you notice any of these:

  • A roll-top that is seen better days
  • Wear marks under the taps
  • A coloured bath you want in white
  • Stains that will not shift

What your quote should include

  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • Aftercare advice

10 questions to ask before booking

About Breage

Breage is about 3 miles west of Helston, in Cornwall. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Breage is one of 644 towns and villages in Cornwall we cover.

Every address in TR13 is covered. From Pellor Fields, Shute Hill and Pellor Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Breage include Penhale Jakes (1 mile west), Ashton (1 mile west), Rinsey Croft (1 mile west), Hendra (2 miles west) and Godolphin Cross (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Falmouth (12 miles east), Camborne (7 miles north), Redruth (10 miles north-east), Penzance (9 miles west), Helston (3 miles east) and Hayle (7 miles north-west).

Near you in Breage

In Breage, that means homes near The Queens Arms Public House, Church of St Breaca and Breage Church of England School and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Helston Community Hospital (3.2 miles east) and Helston Castle (2.5 miles east). Green spaces nearby include The Loe and Tregonning Hill.

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