County Durham · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Great Lumley, County Durham
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Great Lumley and the surrounding area, normally in one visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- Wear marks under the taps
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
About our bath re-enamelling in Great Lumley
When a bath is structurally fine but worn out on the surface, resurfacing is normally the best value. There is no removal, plumbing or tiling involved. Whether it’s a bath in a colour that no longer suits and a bath that stays dull however much you clean it, we can help, whatever the material.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Great Lumley and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Location
- Great Lumley (DH3)
- County
- County Durham
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
For landlords and businesses
For anyone letting property in or around Great Lumley, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Great Lumley as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
About Great Lumley
Great Lumley is about 2 miles south-east of Chester-le-Street, in County Durham. Jobs in Great Lumley are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. Great Lumley is one of 329 places in County Durham where we work. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 11 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: DH3. Whether you live on Cocken Lane, Frosterley Drive and Eggleston Close or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Great Lumley include Castle Dene (1 mile north), Lumley Thicks (1 mile north-east), Woodstone Village (1 mile north-east), Bournmoor (2 miles north-east) and New Lambton (2 miles north-east). Larger places within reach include Durham (4 miles south), Consett (12 miles west), Newton Aycliffe (15 miles south), Bishop Auckland (14 miles south-west), Spennymoor (10 miles south) and Seaham (8 miles east).
What’s near Great Lumley
Around Great Lumley, we work in homes near Christ Church Lumley, Lumley Junior School and The Warriors Arms and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Chester-Le-Street station, roughly 2 miles north-west. A little further out are Chester-le-Street (2.1 miles north-west) and Lambton Castle (2.1 miles north). For a walk, there is Warden Law and WWT Washington.
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When a repair is not the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- A metal bath with a through crack
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Great Lumley
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Cast iron baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
Questions from Great Lumley
Can pets and children be at home?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Will the bath be moved?
Not at all. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room protected and ventilated.
How do I book?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Usually one day, with the bath ready the next day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. We price every job individually. What matters most is:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How many areas need work
- The material
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
How to get a fixed price
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
Repairing versus replacing in Great Lumley
Replacement only makes sense in a few cases: 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. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.
Why book with us
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Everything repaired in place
- Most jobs done in one visit
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
See our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Repair dripping taps early
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs immediately
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
Treat the new finish gently at first: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. From then on, avoid abrasives and suction mats.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, do not pick at it. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so have it stripped and resurfaced.
What we do, step by step
Arrival times are agreed in advance. Once we’re there, the work takes the best part of a day. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately whether it can be repaired.
Advice
What we are called out for in Great Lumley
Enamel’s shine is only skin deep, and every scrub with an abrasive cleaner takes a little away. After years of use, the surface becomes porous and stains easily.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- A coloured bath you want in white
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
Comparing quotes
- How your room will be protected
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Who turns up on the day
- What aftercare is recommended
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
