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Bath Re-enamelling for Dereham homes

Bath re-enamelling in Dereham without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then we come to you.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Chips and rust in more than one place
  • A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath re-enamelling in Dereham

Repairs by material

Cast iron

Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.

Roll-top and period baths

Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.

Bath re-enamelling at your home in Dereham

Re-enamelling gives a worn bath a new glossy surface without a refit. It suits baths that are dull, stained, rough or chipped all over. Whether it’s an old resurfacing that’s failing and wear marks under the taps, we can normally put it right.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Where
Dereham (NR19, NR20)
Region
Norfolk
Cover
A year, on every repair
Price
From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

What bath re-enamelling costs

Prices start from £350. You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.

Send pictures for a quote

Two or three clear pictures are usually enough. Try to include:

  • One picture of the entire bath
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Where you are, by postcode

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.

How it works

We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes most of the day. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
  2. Next we degrease the bath and fix chips and rust spots.
  3. We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
  4. Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
  5. The bath is left to cure and can generally be used the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

How to get a price

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Our work in Dereham

Dereham is about 15 miles west of Norwich, in Norfolk. We travel to clients in Dereham and nearby villages, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. We cover all 797 towns and villages across Norfolk.

All of NR19 and NR20 is within our area. Jobs here include addresses on Foundry Square, London Road and High Street. You will find Dereham on the A47 and A1075, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also travel to Toftwood (1 mile south), Podmore (2 miles west), Yaxham (2 miles south-east), Westfield (2 miles south) and Clint Green (2 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Norwich (15 miles east), Wymondham (10 miles south-east), Attleborough (12 miles south), Watton (9 miles south-west), Norwich Lanes (15 miles east) and Hethersett (11 miles south-east). Being one of Norfolk’s larger places, Dereham is somewhere we visit frequently.

Local landmarks in Dereham

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Nicholas, Grove House Infant and Nursery School and Scarning Fen. Also close by are Dereham Sixth Form College (0.5 miles north-east) and The Romany Rye pub (under half a mile north). Other landmarks nearby include Morley Castle (3.8 miles north-east) and Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum (less than half a mile north-west). Open spaces near Dereham include Hoe Rough.

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Repair or replace: which is better?

There are times replacing is better: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. In most other cases, resurfacing is the better choice. Prices start from £350. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

What you get with us

  • Colour mixed on the day to match
  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Rooms protected and left tidy

Take a look at our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

FAQs for Dereham

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

What happens next?

We come back with a fixed price. There’s no obligation to book.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.

Is there a smell?

Some odour is normal while we spray, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It clears as the finish cures.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Norfolk.

Is there a call-out fee?

We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.

Keeping it looking good

To keep it looking its best for years:

  • Fix dripping taps quickly
  • A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
  • Do not leave a chip unrepaired
  • Wash away dyes and oils after use

Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, because they can mark the finish. Fix dripping taps quickly.

If a previous coating is starting to peel, don’t pick at it. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so have it stripped and resurfaced.

When a repair is not the answer

In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

  • A metal bath with a through crack
  • Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
  • Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it

Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.

Surfaces we repair

  • Acrylic baths
  • Pressed steel baths
  • Cast iron baths
  • Victorian roll-tops
  • Basins & shower trays

DIY repairs versus a professional job

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper 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 usually cheaper.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Dereham

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Norfolk and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

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