Derbyshire · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Common Side, Derbyshire
Problem with your bath in Common Side? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a cast iron bath is a big job: they’re heavy, frequently need breaking up, and a new one isn’t cheap. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. 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.
Why book with us
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- No need to remove anything
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
Take a look at our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Common Side
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. The result is a smooth, even, glossy finish. Typical jobs include a bath that stays dull however much you clean it and a period or roll-top bath worth keeping, in basins & shower trays, cast iron baths and acrylic baths.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we will come back.
- Where
- Common Side (S18)
- Area hub
- Derbyshire
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How the visit works
On the day, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take most of the day. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We mask and protect the room and ventilate it.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- Once cured, normally by the following day, the bath is ready.
Before we arrive
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
Ask for a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- How many items we do on one visit
- How much damage there is
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
Getting a price from photos
You can typically get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Details of any past repairs
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic baths can be resurfaced too, using a system that bonds to acrylic. The bath needs to be firm and well supported for the finish to last.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, once any rust has been treated. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we check it carefully.
Covering Common Side
Common Side is about 2 miles south-west of Dronfield, in Derbyshire. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Common Side is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire where we work. We work right across the region, from Common Side to Manchester (about 33 miles away).
Here we cover the S18 postcode area. You will find streets such as Valley Road, Mill Street and Overlees. Common Side sits on or near the B6051, which makes travel easy. If you’re just outside Common Side, we cover Barlow (1 mile south-east), Cowley (1 mile north), Cutthorpe (1 mile south-east), Quoit Green (2 miles north-east) and Old Brampton (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Chesterfield (3 miles south-east), Bolsover (9 miles east), Staveley (6 miles east), Matlock (9 miles south), Clay Cross (8 miles south-east) and South Normanton (14 miles south-east).
What’s near Common Side
Around Common Side, we work in homes near The Tickled Trout pub, Barlow CofE Primary School and Dronfield Henry Fanshawe School. Common Side’s nearest station is Dronfield station, roughly 2.1 miles north-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Walton Hospital (4.2 miles south-east) and Dronfield Urban District (2.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Gibbet Moor and Blacka Moor Nature Reserve.
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Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Have chips seen to early
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Avoid suction-cup mats
Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, do not use suction bath mats, and keep bottles and razors off the surface.
Leave a peeling coating alone. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
What a repair cannot fix
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we’d rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Problems we can’t see until an old finish comes off
- A bath split right through the body
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Common Side
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
- Cast iron baths
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
FAQs for Common Side
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Most baths are done in a day, ready the day after. We give you timings with the quote.
Do the materials smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working, which fades afterwards.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote with dates.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
How do I get a price for bath re-enamelling in Common Side?
Prices start from £350. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You will get a fixed figure before you book.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
