Gateshead · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Hobson
We travel to Hobson for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Hobson as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
For anyone letting property in or around Hobson, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we’ll price them together.
About our bath re-enamelling in Hobson
The bath stays where it is, so your taps, tiles and plumbing are left alone. Most baths are done in one visit, and can be used again the following day. We are frequently asked to fix a dull, rough surface that won’t come clean and stains that won’t shift, across acrylic baths, Victorian roll-tops and pressed steel baths.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Hobson (NE16)
- County
- Gateshead
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Hobson
Sometimes it’s an earlier resurfacing that has failed, peeling around the waste or bubbling. Failing coatings are stripped back before we resurface.
People typically call us after spotting one of these:
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- A roll-top that is seen better days
Before you book anyone
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How changes to the job are handled
About Hobson
Hobson is about 3 miles north-west of Stanley, in Gateshead. Clients in Hobson get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover all 49 towns and villages across Gateshead. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 8 miles away.
Our visits in NE16 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes on Cragleas, Moyle Terrace and Prospect Terrace. Neighbouring places we cover include Pickering Nook (1 mile west), Clough Dene (1 mile south), Mountsett (1 mile south-west), Tantobie (1 mile south-east) and White-le-Head (1 mile south). Larger places within reach include Gateshead (7 miles north-east), Blaydon (4 miles north), Dunston (5 miles north-east), Whickham (4 miles north-east), Ryton (5 miles north) and Winlaton (4 miles north).
What’s near Hobson
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St James, Burnopfield Primary School and North Durham Academy. For rail, the closest station is Blaydon station, roughly 4.9 miles north. Nearby you’ll also find Derwentside (2.2 miles south-west) and Dunston Hill Hospital (4.6 miles north-east). The countryside around Hobson includes Currock Hill.
The process
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes the best part of a day. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures until the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Open a window if you can
- Clear the area around the damage
Get a quote
Upload pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, with your NE16 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
Related advice
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Acrylic
We resurface acrylic baths as well, with a coating system suited to acrylic. It must be solid and not flex underfoot.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
What affects the price in Hobson
Prices start from £350. You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
Send photos for a quote
Two or three clear photos are typically enough. Try to include:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any details about the material
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
Why repair rather than replace?
A replacement often means several trades over several days. Resurfacing takes one technician and normally a day. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why Hobson customers choose us
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Aftercare tips
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Have chips seen to early
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
Treat the new finish gently at first: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, don’t pick at it. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so have it stripped and resurfaced.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Hobson
How long does re-enamelling last?
Care for it and it lasts. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
Will it make a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
How quickly can you book me in?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
Can you resurface a pink bath in white?
Yes, most people go for white. Tell us what you’d like when you ask for a quote.
How much does bath re-enamelling cost in Hobson?
Prices start from £350. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You will get a fixed figure before you book.
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