Gateshead · England
Bath Re-enamelling for High Westwood homes
Bath re-enamelling across High Westwood and nearby, usually in one visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Brown or grey marks that don’t clean off
Bath re-enamelling in High Westwood, done in place
We don’t move the bath, so the taps, tiles and plumbing are not touched. It generally takes one visit, with the bath ready to use the following day. We regularly repair Victorian roll-tops, cast iron baths and pressed steel baths, and people most frequently call us about chips and rust in more than one place and a roll-top that’s seen better days.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Location
- High Westwood (NE17)
- County
- Gateshead
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
Aftercare is simple:
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
Treat the new finish gently at first: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It just wears the enamel further.
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What happens on the day
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we’re there. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes the best part of a day. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- We mask and protect the room and ventilate it.
- Next we degrease the bath and fix chips and rust spots.
- We key the surface and put on a bonding primer.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- Once cured, normally by the next day, the bath is ready.
How to prepare
- Clear the area around the damage
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
Ask for a price
Email us a photo of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in High Westwood, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Related advice
Common questions in High Westwood
Is there a smell?
There is some smell while the coating is applied, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the finish cures.
Can you resurface a pink bath in white?
Yes. We can resurface a coloured bath in white, and the basin and toilet can be done too.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
What does bath re-enamelling cost?
Prices start from £350. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
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.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
What we are called out for in High Westwood
A dull surface stains and holds dirt, and cleaning harder only makes it worse. At that stage, resurfacing is the fix.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
- An old resurfacing that’s failing
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
Comparing quotes
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How to look after the finish
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that’s the part we put right.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths can be resurfaced too, with a coating system suited to acrylic. The bath needs to be firm and well supported.
What affects the price in High Westwood
Prices start from £350. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The type of damage
- Unusual colours or finishes
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.
Getting a price from pictures
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Where you are, by postcode
- One picture of the entire bath
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away whether it can be repaired.
Repair or replace in High Westwood?
A replacement frequently means several trades over several days. Resurfacing takes one technician and generally a day. Prices start from £350. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why High Westwood customers choose us
- Work done at your home or business
- We leave the room as we found it
- A fixed quote before you book
- Typically one visit, start to finish
Take a look at our full price list and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
High Westwood and the surrounding area
High Westwood is about 3 miles north of Consett, in Gateshead. From the centre of High Westwood to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. High Westwood is one of 49 towns and villages in Gateshead we cover. Our jobs stretch from High Westwood to Newcastle upon Tyne (10 miles away).
Here we cover the NE17 postcode area. Other places close to High Westwood include Ebchester (1 mile west), Broom Hill (1 mile south-west), Medomsley (1 mile south), Medomsley Edge (1 mile south) and East Law (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Gateshead (10 miles east), Blaydon (6 miles north-east), Dunston (8 miles north-east), Whickham (6 miles north-east), Ryton (6 miles north-east) and Winlaton (6 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in High Westwood
Around High Westwood, we work in homes near Ebchester CofE Primary School, Christ Church Hamsterley and Derwent Walk Inn. Further afield, we also cover the area around Shotley Bridge Hospital (2.2 miles south-west) and Prudhoe Castle (5 miles north). Open spaces near High Westwood include Currock Hill.
When a repair is not the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- Steel that has corroded right through
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic baths
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
