Norfolk · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Horsford homes
Damaged bath in Horsford? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Stains that won’t shift
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Horsford
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. The result is a smooth, even, glossy finish. Common call-outs are for an original cast iron bath that needs restoring and staining under the taps and around the waste, in acrylic baths, cast iron baths and basins & shower trays.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Location
- Horsford (NR10)
- Region
- Norfolk
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
The process
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we’re there, the work takes the best part of a day. The room is left tidy.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- We key the surface and put on a bonding primer.
- We spray several coats of new enamel finish.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s normally ready the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Open a window if you can
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Ask for a price
To get a price, send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
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Repairs by material
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
- Never use suction bath mats
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Get any chip repaired quickly
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, because they can mark the finish. Fix dripping taps quickly.
Rust spots on a worn bath get worse with time, and each one adds to the preparation. Resurfacing before they spread keeps it simpler.
When a repair isn’t the answer
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- Problems we cannot see until an old finish comes off
- Steel that has corroded right through
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
Covering Horsford
Horsford is about 5 miles north-west of Norwich, in Norfolk. We travel to clients in Horsford, so nothing has to leave your home. We work in 797 places in Norfolk.
Here we cover the NR10 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Marigold Close, Kiln Road and Holt Road. If you’re just outside Horsford, we cover Felthorpe (2 miles north-west), Newton St Faith (2 miles east), New Hainford (2 miles north-east), Haveringland (2 miles north-west) and Hainford (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Norwich (5 miles south-east), Dereham (13 miles west), Wymondham (10 miles south-west), Sprowston (5 miles south-east), Thorpe St Andrew (6 miles south-east) and North Walsham (10 miles north-east).
Near you in Horsford
Typical jobs here are in homes near Horsford CofE VA Primary School, The Dog Public House and Parish Church of All Saints, among other places. Well-known places in the area include Horsford Castle (1.1 miles south-east) and New Farm Aviation Heritage Museum (3.1 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Wensum Local Nature Reserve.
Should you replace it?
For a sound bath, resurfacing costs far less than replacement, once you add removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating to the price of a new bath. It’s much quicker too. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. 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 choose Surface Doctor in Horsford
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Colour-matched on site
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Questions from Horsford
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
How long will the bath be out of use?
One day for most baths and can be used the day after. We’ll confirm timings when we quote.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so the tiles and taps stay put.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Do you cover the whole of Norfolk?
We cover the whole UK, including Horsford and the rest of Norfolk. Send your postcode with your photos and we’ll offer you dates.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders.
Is there a smell?
Some odour is normal while we spray, so we ventilate the room. It fades as the coating cures.
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When to call us in Horsford
Once enamel loses its gloss, it stains more easily, and cleaning harder only makes it worse. That is the point where re-enamelling makes sense.
Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- Stains that will not shift
- Several chips and rust patches
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
Comparing quotes
- What preparation is included
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How long it needs to cure
- Aftercare advice
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. There is no area surcharge for Horsford. What changes the price is:
- The material and finish
- Doing more than one item at once
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Getting a price from photos
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Any details about the material
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
