North Somerset · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Downside, North Somerset
Bath re-enamelling in and around Downside: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A roll-top that is seen better days
- Several chips and rust patches
What we cannot put right
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
- A bath that is rusted through
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Downside
Re-enamelling gives a worn bath a new glossy surface without a refit. It’s the answer when the whole bath is tired rather than one spot. Whether it’s a peeling or bubbling previous coating and chips and rust in more than one place, we can help.
Every job is backed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Area
- Downside (BS48)
- Region
- North Somerset
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
For landlords and businesses
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Downside and nearby
Downside is about 3 miles south-east of Nailsea, in North Somerset. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. Downside is one of 86 towns and villages in North Somerset we cover.
Our visits in BS48 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We regularly work on streets such as Downside Road, The Batch and Cooks Bridle Path and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Lulsgate Bottom (1 mile east), Redhill (2 miles south), Brockley (2 miles west), Lye Hole (2 miles south) and Lye Cross (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Weston-super-Mare (10 miles west), Portishead (7 miles north), Clevedon (6 miles north-west), Nailsea (3 miles north-west), Milton (10 miles west) and Yatton (4 miles west).
Around Downside
Around Downside, we work in homes near Saint Katherine's Church and the streets around them. Downside’s nearest station is Nailsea & Backwell station, roughly 2.3 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Barrow Hospital (3.2 miles north-east). Not far away are Backwell Lake and Dundry Hill.
The process
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes the best part of a day. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- We mask and protect the room and ventilate it.
- We clean and degrease the bath and repair any chips or rust.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- The bath is left to cure and can normally be used the day after.
How to prepare
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Clear the area around the damage
How to get a price
If you’re in Downside and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material
- The type of damage
- Whether we combine several jobs
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.
Send photos for a quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Something in shot to show the size
- One picture of the whole bath
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Steel frequently rusts by the plughole, so we pay close attention there.
Can I fix it myself?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Downside: your questions answered
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Does re-enamelling smell?
A little, during the work. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
Do you work in Downside?
We do. Repair technicians travel to Downside from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Do you cover the entire of North Somerset?
All of North Somerset, and the rest of the UK. There is no extra charge for travel.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Repair or replace in Downside?
Getting a cast iron bath out is hard work: they’re heavy, frequently need breaking up, and a new one isn’t cheap. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
What you get with us
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- One visit for most repairs
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
See our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
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Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- Have chips seen to early
- Do not use the bath until it has fully cured
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, as they can stain. Repair dripping taps promptly.
On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading and make the job bigger. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
