York · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Clifton, York
Damaged bath in Clifton? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Wear marks under the taps
- Several chips and rust patches
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Clifton
After cleaning, repairing and priming, we spray on the new finish. Most of the work, and most of the durability, is in the preparation, so we do not cut corners on it. Typical jobs include lots of chips and rust spots and staining under the taps and around the waste, on acrylic baths, basins & shower trays and Victorian roll-tops.
Every job is backed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Where
- Clifton (YO30, YO31, YO26)
- County
- York
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Clifton questions
Does the bath have to be removed?
No. We resurface it in place, so nothing else is disturbed.
How do I get a price for bath re-enamelling in Clifton?
Resurfacing from £350. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Can you repair several things at once?
Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we will quote them together.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes, most people go for white. Tell us what you’d like when you ask for a quote.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
Our work in Clifton
Clifton is about 1 mile north of York, in York. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Clifton is one of 79 towns and villages in York where we work. You can also see our page for Leeds, about 22 miles away.
We cover every part of the YO30, YO31 and YO26 postcode area and the streets around it. Streets in the area include Lady Road, The Avenue and Water Lane, and we cover them all. Main roads around Clifton include the A1176, so getting to you is simple. We also travel to Bootham (1 mile east), York (1 mile south), Bishophill (1 mile south-east), Hungate (1 mile south-east) and Clementhorpe (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Haxby (3 miles north), Acomb Park (3 miles south-west), Woodthorpe (3 miles south-west), Strensall (5 miles north-east), Copmanthorpe (4 miles south-west) and Dunnington (5 miles east). Clifton is one of the larger places we cover in York.
Landmarks near Clifton
Typical jobs here are in homes near Queen Anne Grammar School, Clifton Green Primary School and The Old Grey Mare Public House and the streets around them. You will also find Rowntree Park (1.8 miles south), Church of St Philip and St James (less than half a mile south) and Vale of York Academy (under half a mile north). Clifton’s nearest station is York station, about 1 mile south of the centre. Nearby you will also find Coppergate Shopping Centre (1.2 miles south-east) and Dringhouses Without (2.8 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Siward's Howe.
Aftercare tips
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
Treat the new finish gently at first: give it the full curing time, then clean it gently. From then on, avoid abrasives and suction mats.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, don’t pick at it. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so have it stripped and resurfaced.
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Common problems we fix in Clifton
Frequently the bath has just had decades of use, with nothing wrong except the surface. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is generally as strong as ever.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- Wear marks under the taps
- Several chips and rust patches
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
Before booking anyone
- Who turns up on the day
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- How the room is protected while they work
- What preparation is included
Landlord and trade work in Clifton
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Different materials, different repairs
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How much damage there is
- What kind of damage it is
- How many items we do on one visit
We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Clifton. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Send photos for a quote
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- What it’s made of, if you know
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
Why repair rather than replace?
There are times replacing is better: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. In most other cases, resurfacing is the better choice. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
Why book with us
- Work done at your home or business
- Same prices wherever you are
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Fixed prices from your pictures
Read our prices page and bath cost comparison.
How the visit works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for most of the day from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to care for it.
- We mask and protect the room and ventilate it.
- We clean and degrease the bath and repair any chips or rust.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
- Once cured, normally by the day after, the bath is ready.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture 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.
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