Somerset · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Egford, Somerset
Bath re-enamelling in Egford without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed price, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
Covering Egford
Egford is about 1 mile west of Frome, in Somerset. From the centre of Egford to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover 640 places in Somerset, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here: BA11. We also cover the places around Egford: Hapsford (1 mile north), Frome (1 mile east), Little Keyford (1 mile south-east), Tytherington (2 miles south) and Ridgeway (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Wells (14 miles west), Midsomer Norton (7 miles north-west), Shepton Mallet (9 miles west), Radstock (6 miles north-west), Wincanton (13 miles south) and Castle Cary (12 miles south-west).
Landmarks near Egford
Around Egford, we work in homes near Trinity Church of England First School, Church of the Holy Trinity and North Hill House School and the streets around them. The closest station to Egford is Frome station, about 1.5 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Nunney Castle (2.1 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Orchardleigh Lake and Vallis Vale.
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Egford
Resurfacing renews the entire surface of the bath without a refit. It’s the answer when the whole bath is tired rather than one spot. If you’re dealing with an original cast iron bath that needs restoring and a peeling or bubbling previous coating, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Egford (BA11)
- Area hub
- Somerset
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should you replace it?
Replacement only makes sense in a few cases: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. Otherwise, resurfacing usually wins. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Egford
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- One price list for the entire UK
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
See our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
When we would advise against a repair
It helps to know what we can’t do:
- Problems we cannot see until an old finish comes off
- Steel that has corroded right through
- A bath split right through the body
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we work on in Egford
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
How to look after the repair
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Do not leave a chip unrepaired
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
Treat the new finish gently at first: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.
Do not try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It removes more of the surface.
Common problems we fix in Egford
Sometimes it’s an earlier resurfacing that has failed, peeling around the waste or bubbling. We strip what’s failing and start again.
People generally call us after spotting one of these:
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- Stains that won’t shift
Comparing quotes
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- What aftercare is recommended
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
Questions from Egford
How long does re-enamelling last?
Care for it and it lasts. Avoid abrasive cleaners and suction mats.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Can you re-enamel a roll-top bath?
Yes, roll-tops are a big part of our work. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
What happens after I send photos?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you will get one combined price.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:
- How hard the colour is to match
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How many areas need work
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Quotes from your photos
Two or three clear photos are usually enough. Try to include:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Where you are, by postcode
- A photo taken from further back
- Any details about the material
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Towns and villages near Egford
Other services in Egford
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
How the visit works
The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we are there. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a full day. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures until the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Let us know about parking or access
Get a quote
Upload a photo of the damage and one of the entire item, with your BA11 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Work for landlords and builders
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
