Herefordshire · England

Bath Re-enamelling for Hay homes

Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Hay and across Herefordshire. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Worn patches where water runs and sits
  • An old resurfacing that’s failing
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath re-enamelling near Hay

Bath re-enamelling in Hay, done in place

Many of the baths we re-enamel are period roll-tops, which are heavy, hard to move and costly to replace. Resurfacing them in place keeps the original bath. Common call-outs are for enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough and brown or grey marks that don’t clean off, on pressed steel baths, cast iron baths and acrylic baths.

Every job is backed for twelve months in Hay and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.

Where
Hay (HR3)
Region
Herefordshire
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quotes
From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath

Do you need bath re-enamelling in Hay?

Enamel wears gradually. Abrasive cleaners, limescale and years of use dull the surface, usually first under the taps and around the waste.

The most common problems we’re called about are:

  • An old resurfacing that’s failing
  • An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
  • Chips and rust in more than one place
  • A dull, rough surface that will not come clean

What your quote should include

  • What prep work is covered
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • If travel is included in the price

How to compare quotes

Looking after it afterwards

Nothing complicated is needed:

  • Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
  • Have chips seen to early
  • Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
  • Never use suction bath mats

Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, don’t use suction bath mats, and do not leave bottles or razors standing on the surface.

The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.

Repairs by material

Pressed steel

Steel baths re-enamel well, once any rust has been treated. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we check it carefully.

Roll-top and period baths

Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.

Repair or replace in Hay?

If you like your bathroom but not your bath’s surface, re-enamelling is the least disruptive fix. Nothing else is disturbed. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Hay. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Why us?

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Most jobs done in one visit

Take a look at our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Hay questions

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

How long does re-enamelling last?

It depends on preparation, use and care. Properly prepared and looked after, it lasts well, and our work is guaranteed for a year.

Is there a call-out fee?

There is no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

Does re-enamelling smell?

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

Do you come to Hay?

We do. We send a technician to Hay for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.

How long does re-enamelling take?

Typically one day, with the bath ready the day after. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.

What information do you need?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.

DIY kit or professional repair?

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

Work for landlords and builders

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.

Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

What affects the price in Hay

Prices start from £350. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:

  • The type of damage
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • Whether we combine several jobs

The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.

How to get a fixed quote

It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Try to send:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • A photo taken from further back
  • Something in shot to show the size

There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

The process

We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we’re doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. It normally takes the best part of a day.

  1. The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
  2. The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
  3. The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
  4. We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
  5. The bath is left to cure and can usually be used the day after.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work

How to get a price

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

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Hay and nearby

Hay is about 14 miles north-east of Brecon, in Herefordshire. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in 255 places across Herefordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Hay to Birmingham (about 59 miles away).

Our repair technicians cover all of HR3 and the streets around it. Whether you live on Forest Road, Brecon Road and Castle Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. If you are just outside Hay, we cover Y Gelli Gandryll (1 mile north-east), Cusop (1 mile east), Clyro (1 mile north-west), Llanigon (1 mile south-west) and Glasbury (3 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Kington (10 miles north-east), Credenhill (14 miles east), Clehonger (14 miles east), Weobley (13 miles north-east) and Kingstone (13 miles east).

Local landmarks in Hay

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Mary's Church, No.11 (Seven Stars) Broad Street pub and Hay-On-Wye C.P. School. Other landmarks nearby include Hay Castle (less than half a mile north-east). Not far away are Glasbury oxbow and Monk's Well Hill.

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