Herefordshire · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Cradley, Herefordshire
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for householders, landlords and businesses in Cradley. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Thin, worn enamel in places
What we do, step by step
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. It usually takes a full day, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures until the following day.
How to prepare
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Clear the area around the damage
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say right away if a repair is the right fix.
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Bath re-enamelling at your home in Cradley
Most baths are re-enamelled in a day, and you can use the bath the next day. Taps, tiles, panels and plumbing all stay in place. We’re frequently asked to fix lots of chips and rust spots and wear marks under the taps, in Victorian roll-tops, basins & shower trays and pressed steel baths.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Location
- Cradley (WR13)
- Region
- Herefordshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
Our work in Cradley
Cradley is about 3 miles west of Great Malvern, in Herefordshire. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in 255 places in Herefordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Cradley to Birmingham (32 miles away).
Our visits in WR13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you’re just outside Cradley, we cover West Malvern (2 miles east), Crumpton Hill (2 miles north-east), North Malvern (2 miles east), Longley Green (2 miles north) and Halfkey (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Hereford (15 miles west), Ledbury (6 miles south), Redhill (15 miles west), Whitecross (15 miles west), Eign Hill (14 miles west) and Widemarsh (15 miles west).
Landmarks near Cradley
In Cradley, that means homes near Church of St James and Cradley CofE Primary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Malvern Link station, about 2.9 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Powick Hospital (5.7 miles north-east) and Castle Frome Castle (4.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Pimple Hill.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
When a repair is not the answer
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair can’t fix:
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- A bath split right through the body
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Materials we repair
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
Work for landlords and builders
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
Also in Cradley
Cradley questions
How long does re-enamelling last?
That depends on preparation and how the bath is treated. With good preparation and gentle cleaning it lasts a long time, and our work is guaranteed for a year.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Can you fix a peeling bath coating?
In most cases. We strip the failing coating and resurface it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
Do you cover Cradley?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Cradley and the rest of Herefordshire. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we will plan for it.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes. We can do the inside and outside.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Most baths are done in a day and can be used the day after. We’ll confirm timings when we quote.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How much damage there is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- How many items we do on one visit
We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
How to get a fixed price
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.
Aftercare tips
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Don’t use the bath until it has fully cured
- Do not leave a chip unrepaired
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Avoid suction-cup mats
Avoid hair dye, bath bombs and oils sitting on the surface, as they can stain. Repair dripping taps promptly.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
Why repair rather than replace?
A refit takes several trades and several days. Re-enamelling takes one technician and generally one day, and the bath can be used the day after. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, repairing generally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Cradley
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- One price list for the entire UK
- Work done at your home or business
Read our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
