Leicestershire · England

Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Desford, Leicestershire

Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Desford. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • A roll-top that’s seen better days
  • An old resurfacing that is failing
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath re-enamelling in Desford?

For landlords and businesses

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Desford as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.

Bath re-enamelling in Desford, done in place

After cleaning, repairing and priming, we spray on the new finish. The preparation is what makes it last, so we don’t cut corners on it. If you’re dealing with wear marks under the taps and an old resurfacing that’s failing, we can help, on basins & shower trays, cast iron baths and acrylic baths alike.

Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking.

Where
Desford (LE9)
County
Leicestershire
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Stained basin resurfaced to clean white (before and after)

DIY kit or professional repair?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

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.

Why repair rather than replace?

When the bathroom is fine apart from the bath’s finish, re-enamelling is the least disruptive fix. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.

Why us?

  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing

Read our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

What bath re-enamelling costs

Resurfacing from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:

  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • Access to the area
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Desford. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

How to get a fixed price

Most quotes are done from photos alone. To help us price it:

  • A photo taken from further back
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • The material, if you know it

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.

What a repair cannot fix

We will not take on work that won’t last, so these are the limits:

  • A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
  • A bath split right through the body
  • Leaks from fittings rather than the bath

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

Materials we work on in Desford

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

When to call us in Desford

Enamel’s shine is only skin deep, and abrasive cleaning slowly wears it away. After years of use, the surface becomes porous and stains easily.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Stains that won’t shift
  • Lots of chips and rust spots
  • Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
  • Worn patches where water runs and sits

Questions to ask before booking

  • How to care for the finish
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

How to compare quotes

Aftercare tips

Aftercare is simple:

  • Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
  • Do not leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
  • Respect the curing time we give you
  • Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent

Treat the new finish gently at first: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. From then on, avoid abrasives and suction mats.

The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.

Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Desford

Are you accredited?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Will the new finish last?

A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Avoid abrasive cleaners and suction mats.

What information do you need?

Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Someone resurfaced my bath and it’s peeling. Can you help?

Yes. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.

Do you work in Desford?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Desford for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Can landlords book you?

We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

What happens on the day

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a full day. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.

  1. First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
  2. We clean and degrease the bath and repair any chips or rust.
  3. The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
  4. We spray several coats of new enamel finish.
  5. We leave it to cure, and it’s typically ready the day after.

Preparing for the visit

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Getting a price

For a price in Desford, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

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About Desford

Desford is about 7 miles north-east of Hinckley, in Leicestershire. Jobs in Desford are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. We work in all 287 towns and villages in Leicestershire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Desford to Birmingham (27 miles away).

Here we cover the LE9 postcode area. Local streets include High Street, Main Street and Station Road, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Newtown Unthank (1 mile north-east), Peckleton Common (1 mile south), Botcheston (1 mile north), Leicester Forest West (2 miles south-east) and Kirby Muxloe (3 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Loughborough (11 miles north), Hinckley (7 miles south-west), Wigston (8 miles east), Coalville (7 miles north), Ashby-de-la-Zouch (11 miles north-west) and Shepshed (10 miles north).

Near you in Desford

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Martin, Desford Community Primary School and The Blue Bell Inn and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Kirby Muxloe Castle (3 miles east) and Glenfield Hospital (5.4 miles north-east). Not far away are Sheet Hedges Wood and Croft Hill.

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