Dorset · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Chilcombe
Bath re-enamelling in Chilcombe without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed quote from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- A roll-top that is seen better days
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Chilcombe
If your bath is sound but looks tired, re-enamelling is typically the most cost-effective option. There’s no removal, plumbing or tiling involved. Our technicians work on Victorian roll-tops, cast iron baths and acrylic baths, and common reasons people contact us are stains that won’t shift and thin, worn enamel in places.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Chilcombe as everywhere else we work.
- Where
- Chilcombe (DT6)
- County
- Dorset
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we’re there. We protect the area first, then the work takes the best part of a day. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- We mask and protect the room and ventilate it.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- We key the surface and put on a bonding primer.
- We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s typically ready the day after.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Open a window if you can
Get a quote
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
Looking after it afterwards
How the surface is treated afterwards matters:
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs straight away
- Fix dripping taps quickly
Avoid hair dye, bath bombs and oils sitting on the surface, because they can mark the finish. Fix dripping taps quickly.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
FAQs for Chilcombe
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Is there a smell?
There is some smell while the coating is applied, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It fades as the coating cures.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Which areas do you work in?
We cover the whole UK, including Chilcombe and the rest of Dorset. Send your postcode with your photos and we will confirm dates.
Do you come to Chilcombe?
Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to Chilcombe from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Steel that has corroded right through
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think before booking.
Materials we work on in Chilcombe
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
Towns and villages near Chilcombe
More services for Chilcombe
Chilcombe and the surrounding area
Chilcombe is about 4 miles east of Bridport, in Dorset. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Our technicians cover all 462 towns and villages across Dorset.
Our visits in DT6 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. If you’re just outside Chilcombe, we cover Askerswell (1 mile north), Litton Cheney (2 miles east), Long Bredy (3 miles east), Powerstock (3 miles north) and South Poorton (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Weymouth (11 miles south-east), Dorchester (10 miles east), Bridport (4 miles west), Portland (15 miles south-east), Rodwell (11 miles south-east) and Fordington (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Chilcombe
Our clients here include homes close to Parish Church (dedication unknown) and the streets around them. Nearby you’ll also find Bridport Community Hospital (4.7 miles west) and Burcomb Wood (4.9 miles north). The countryside around Chilcombe includes Eggardon Hill.
Repairing versus replacing in Chilcombe
A new bath means a plumber, removing a heavy bath, making good the walls and tiles and several days without a working bathroom. Resurfacing renews the entire surface without moving it. Prices start from £350. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why us?
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Everything repaired in place
Take a look at our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Chilcombe
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.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Dorset and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
What your bath is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic baths can be resurfaced too, using a system that bonds to acrylic. It must be solid and not flex underfoot for the finish to last.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, 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 often lifts.
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- The type of damage
- Access to the area
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How hard the colour is to match
We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Chilcombe. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Quotes from your photos
Phone photos are fine. Just ensure we can see:
- The material, if you know it
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Something in shot to show the size
- One picture of the whole bath
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
