Cornwall · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Crafthole homes
We travel to Crafthole for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. Prices are worked out job by job, from your photos. The main factors are:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The material and finish
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Getting a price from photos
When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Where you are, by postcode
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- The material, if you know it
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job.
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Crafthole
Cast iron, steel, acrylic, roll-top and period baths can all be resurfaced. Several coats of finish go on over a bonding primer, once the bath has been cleaned, repaired and prepared. We work on acrylic baths, cast iron baths and basins & shower trays, and common reasons people get in touch are a coloured bath you want in white and enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Crafthole (PL11)
- Area hub
- Cornwall
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairing versus replacing in Crafthole
Replacing a bath can take several days across several trades. Resurfacing takes one technician and typically a day, and the bath is usable the day after. Prices start from £350. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Crafthole. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Crafthole
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Work done at your home or business
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Most jobs done in one visit
Read our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
What a repair cannot fix
Some jobs are not right for a repair, for example:
- A bath that’s rusted through
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
Crafthole: your questions answered
What do you need from me?
Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.
How long will the bath be out of use?
One day for most baths and can be used the day after. We give you timings with the quote.
Do you resurface freestanding baths?
Yes, frequently. We resurface the inside, and the outside can be refinished too.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
Is there a smell?
There is some smell while the coating is applied, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It fades as the coating cures.
Can you make a coloured bath white?
Yes. Coloured baths can be resurfaced in white, and we can do the rest of the suite as well.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
What happens on the day
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which typically takes the best part of a day. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- We key the surface and put on a bonding primer.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- The bath is left to cure and can typically be used the following day.
How to prepare
- Open a window if you can
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Ask for a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll say straight away whether it can be repaired.
Advice
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Other services in Crafthole
Landlord and trade work in Crafthole
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Crafthole as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Our work in Crafthole
Crafthole is about 4 miles south-west of Saltash, in Cornwall. Wherever you are in the PL11 postcode area, we come to you. Our technicians cover 644 places across Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the PL11 postcode area. From West Lane, Carew Close and Sheviock Lane or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also travel to Sheviock (1 mile north-east), Antony (2 miles east), Freathy (2 miles south-east), St John (3 miles east) and Maryfield (4 miles east). Larger places within reach include Stonehouse (6 miles east), Saltash (4 miles north-east), Liskeard (9 miles north-west), Addington (9 miles north-west), Looe (7 miles west) and Torpoint (4 miles east).
Around Crafthole
We visit homes around Church of St Mary. The closest station to Crafthole is St Germans station, about 2 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Trematon Castle (3.6 miles north-east) and Plymouth General Hospital (5.1 miles east).
Can I fix it myself?
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, and the work is guaranteed.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Looking after it afterwards
To keep it looking its best:
- Never use suction bath mats
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Don’t leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- Have chips seen to early
Use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, do not use suction bath mats, and don’t leave bottles or razors standing on the surface.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, do not pick at it. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
