Derbyshire · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Cotmanhay homes
Bath re-enamelling in and around Cotmanhay: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Several chips and rust patches
- A dull, rough surface that won’t come clean
Repairs by material
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.
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 the part we put right.
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Cotmanhay
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. You end up with a smooth, glossy surface. Common call-outs are for a period or roll-top bath worth keeping and lots of chips and rust spots, on acrylic baths, pressed steel baths and Victorian roll-tops.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Where
- Cotmanhay (DE7, DE75)
- Region
- Derbyshire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. We do not charge extra for travel to Cotmanhay. The price comes down to:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How many areas need work
- What the surface is made of
- The colour and finish to match
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book.
Send pictures for a quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Any details about the material
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Repairing versus replacing in Cotmanhay
There are times replacing is better: if the bath is cracked through, if you want a different size or shape, or if you are refitting the whole room anyway. Otherwise, resurfacing usually wins. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why book with us
- Colour-matched on site
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- A fixed quote before you book
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
See our pricing or bath cost comparison.
DIY kit or professional repair?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Questions from Cotmanhay
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
How long is the bath unusable?
Typically one day, with the bath ready the following day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
Is repairing better than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
What happens next?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Will the price change on the day?
We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
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How to look after the repair
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
Use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, avoid suction bath mats, and keep bottles and razors off the surface.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
About Cotmanhay
Cotmanhay is about 1 mile north of Ilkeston, in Derbyshire. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Cotmanhay is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire where we work. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 43 miles away.
We work across the DE7 and DE75 postcode area. Whether you live on Heanor Road, Ilam Square and Wardlow Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Cotmanhay sits on or near the A6007, which makes travel easy. Neighbouring places we cover include Ilkeston (1 mile south), Shipley (1 mile north-west), Mapperley (2 miles west), West Hallam (2 miles south-west) and Kirk Hallam (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Long Eaton (7 miles south), Belper (7 miles west), Ripley (5 miles north-west), Matlock (15 miles north-west), Clay Cross (13 miles north) and South Normanton (8 miles north).
Near you in Cotmanhay
Around Cotmanhay, we work in homes near Bennerley Business and Enterprise College, Bridge Inn and Cotmanhay Infant School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Ilkeston station, roughly 1 mile south-east of the centre. A little further out are Greasley Castle (2.7 miles north-east) and Mr Vacuum Cleaner Museum (2.4 miles north-west).
What we can’t put right
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- Problems we can’t see until an old finish comes off
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
What we work on
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
Work for landlords and builders
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Derbyshire and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
How it works
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the work takes most of the day. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- We remove the masking, tidy up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Clear the area around the damage
How to get a price
Upload a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Cotmanhay, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
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