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Bath Re-enamelling in Hengoed

Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Hengoed. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Stains that will not shift
  • Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath re-enamelling for Hengoed homes

Bath re-enamelling in Hengoed, done in place

Re-enamelling gives a worn bath a new glossy surface without a refit. It suits baths that are dull, stained, rough or chipped all over. We’re frequently asked to fix an outdated colour you’d like to change and stains that won’t shift, across acrylic baths, Victorian roll-tops and cast iron baths.

You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.

Location
Hengoed (CF82, NP12)
Area hub
Caerphilly
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath

What happens on the day

Your technician turns up when we said we would and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a full day, and the room is left clean and tidy.

  1. The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
  2. Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
  3. Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
  4. The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
  5. Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures until the next day.

How to prepare

  • Make sure the room can be ventilated
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Get a quote

For most jobs, pictures 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.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

When we’d advise against a repair

We won’t take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:

  • A metal bath with a through crack
  • A bath that’s rusted through
  • Leaks from fittings rather than the bath

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.

Materials we work on in Hengoed

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

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.

Common problems we fix in Hengoed

Often the bath has just had decades of use, with nothing wrong except the surface. The body of the bath is usually perfectly sound.

You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:

  • A coloured bath you want in white
  • Stains that won’t shift
  • Worn patches where water runs and sits
  • Chips and rust in more than one place

What to look for in a quote

  • How changes to the job are handled
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • How long it needs to cure
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included

Choosing a repair company

Landlords, agents and businesses in Hengoed

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.

How to care for the repair

Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:

  • Avoid suction-cup mats
  • Don’t leave a chip unrepaired
  • Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
  • Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas

Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, because they can mark the finish. Repair dripping taps promptly.

Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and any rust spreads underneath. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.

Hengoed and nearby

Hengoed is about 5 miles north of Caerphilly, in Caerphilly. Across the CF82 area, we carry out the work at your property. We work in 94 places in Caerphilly. We work right across the region, from Hengoed to Birmingham (80 miles away).

All of CF82 and NP12 is within our area. From New Road, Park Road and Graig Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. If you are just outside Hengoed, we cover Ystrad Mynach (1 mile west), Cefn Hengoed (1 mile north-west), Maesycwmmer (1 mile south-east), Tredomen (1 mile south-west) and Fleur-de-lis (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Caerphilly (5 miles south), Risca (6 miles south-east), Trecceln (4 miles east), Newbridge (4 miles east), Beddau (5 miles south) and Trecenydd (5 miles south).

Local landmarks in Hengoed

We visit homes around Cross Keys Inn, All Saints Church and Hengoed Primary School and the streets around them. Hengoed has its own railway station: Hengoed station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr (1.1 miles south) and Llancaiach Fawr Living History Museum (2.4 miles west). The countryside around Hengoed includes Mynydd Eglwysilan.

Map of Hengoed © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repair or replace in Hengoed?

Replacing the bath means a plumber, removing a heavy bath, making good the walls and tiles and days without a bathroom. Resurfacing renews the whole surface without moving it. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.

Why book with us

  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited

Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:

  • What the surface is made of
  • Access to the area
  • The type of damage
  • Doing more than one item at once

Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

How to get a fixed quote

The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There’s no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.

Common questions in Hengoed

Do you charge for travel?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Will you leave a mess?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.

What happens after I send pictures?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, normally with dates to choose from. There’s no obligation to book.

What does bath re-enamelling cost?

Prices start from £350. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You will get a fixed figure before booking.

Does re-enamelling smell?

Yes, while we are applying the finish. We set up ventilation and the smell fades as it cures.

What happens if you find more damage?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

Does the bath have to be removed?

Not at all. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room masked and ventilated.

What do you need from me?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

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