Oldham · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Cowhill, Oldham
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Cowhill and the surrounding area, usually in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- Stains that will not shift
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Cowhill
We re-enamel a lot of period and roll-top baths, which would be difficult and expensive to replace. Doing them in place keeps an original feature. If you are dealing with a bath in a colour that no longer suits and chips and rust in more than one place, we can help, whatever the material.
Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Cowhill and across Oldham.
- Where
- Cowhill (OL9, OL8)
- Region
- Oldham
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
What affects the price in Cowhill
Prices start from £350. We do not charge extra for travel to Cowhill. The price comes down to:
- How much damage there is
- How easy the damage is to reach
- How hard the colour is to match
- The material
Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Getting a price from photos
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Natural light rather than flash
There is no need for us to visit first. 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.
Work for landlords and builders
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll arrange it.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
FAQs for Cowhill
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes, white is the usual choice. Tell us what you’d like when you ask for a quote.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, often. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
How long does re-enamelling take?
One day for most baths, ready the next day. We’ll confirm timings when we quote.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and you’ll get one combined price.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
What information do you need?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
About Cowhill
Cowhill is about 1 mile west of Oldham, in Oldham. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there is no waiting around. Cowhill is one of 72 places in Oldham we cover.
Postcode districts we cover here: OL9 and OL8. We regularly work on streets such as Mona Road, Main Road and Block Lane. Main roads around Cowhill include the A663 and A6048, which makes travel easy. Close by, we cover Block Lane (1 mile south), Freehold (1 mile south), Werneth (1 mile south-east), Chadderton (1 mile west) and Nimble Nook (1 mile south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Shaw (3 miles north-east), Lees (3 miles east), Hey (3 miles east), Crompton (4 miles north-east), Uppermill (5 miles east) and High Crompton (3 miles north).
Near you in Cowhill
In Cowhill, that means homes near The Dog Inn, Hulme Grammar School and St John's Church. Other local landmarks include Freehold Community Academy (less than half a mile south), Werneth Park (0.5 miles south-east) and Blessed John Henry Newman Roman Catholic College (0.6 miles west). For rail, the closest station is Mills Hill station, about 1.6 miles north-west. Further afield, we also cover the area around Royal Oldham Hospital (1.1 miles north-east) and Ashton Waterloo (2.8 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Tandle Hill and Boating lake.
What happens on the day
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we’ve agreed what we are doing. It generally takes the best part of a day, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
- The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Getting ready for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Let us know about parking or access
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
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Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic baths can be resurfaced too, with a coating system suited to acrylic. It must be solid and not flex underfoot for the finish to last.
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 look after the repair
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- Repair dripping taps early
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Rinse the bath and wipe it over after use, especially in hard water areas, so limescale cannot build up.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Repair or replace: which is better?
If the bath is sound, re-enamelling is normally much cheaper than replacing it, when you count removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating. It’s much quicker too. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Cowhill. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
What you get with us
- One price list for the whole UK
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Usually one visit, start to finish
Read our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
