Derby · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Horsley, Derby
Damaged bath in Horsley? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An old resurfacing that’s failing
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
Repair or replace: which is better?
There are times replacing is better: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. Otherwise, resurfacing typically wins. Prices start from £350. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you will get a fixed figure.
Why us?
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- No need to remove anything
- Colour-matched on site
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Take a look at our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Bath re-enamelling in Horsley without replacing anything
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. You end up with a smooth, glossy surface. If you are dealing with a period or roll-top bath worth keeping and a peeling or bubbling previous coating, we can generally put it right, on acrylic baths, Victorian roll-tops and pressed steel baths alike.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Where
- Horsley (DE21)
- County
- Derby
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Horsley
What else we do in Horsley
Common problems we fix in Horsley
A dull surface stains and holds dirt, and scrubbing it wears it down further. That is the point where re-enamelling makes sense.
Look out for any of the following:
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- Stains that will not shift
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
Before you book anyone
- When it can be used again
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
How to care for the repair
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Store bottles off the bath
- Repair dripping taps early
- Do not leave a chip unrepaired
- Don’t use the bath until it has fully cured
Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, avoid suction bath mats, and keep bottles and razors off the surface.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
How the visit works
The work is clean and fairly quiet. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes the best part of a day. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- 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 following day.
Before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Let us know which floor the room is on
Ask for a price
To get a price, send two or three pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Horsley
Someone resurfaced my bath and it’s peeling. Can you help?
Yes. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit usually costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
How do I get a price for bath re-enamelling in Horsley?
Resurfacing from £350. Every job gets a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your DE21 postcode.
Are there extra charges for Horsley?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Will you leave a mess?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
Is there any odour?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Is my repair covered?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. There’s no area surcharge for Horsley. What changes the price is:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
How to get a fixed price
You can take the pictures on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Make sure they show:
- A photo taken from further back
- What it’s made of, if you know
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- One sharp close-up of the damage
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Honest limits
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
- A metal bath with a through crack
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Horsley and the surrounding area
Horsley is about 3 miles south-east of Belper, in Derby. From the centre of Horsley to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 31 towns and villages across Derby. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 41 miles away.
Postcode districts we cover here: DE21. That includes homes on Lady Lea Hill, Church Street and The Dovecote. Other places close to Horsley include Coxbench (1 mile south-west), Brackley Gate (1 mile south), Morley (2 miles south-east), Makeney (2 miles west) and Morleymoor (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Derby (6 miles south), Oakwood (4 miles south), Shelton Lock (8 miles south), Cathedral Quarter (5 miles south), Spondon (5 miles south) and New Zealand (6 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Horsley
Around Horsley, we work in homes near Horsley CofE (Controlled) Primary School, John Flamsteed Community School and Church of St Clement. The nearest railway station is Duffield station, about 2.2 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Horston Castle (0.9 miles south) and Denby Pottery Visitor Centre Museum (2 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Wyver Lane Nature Reserve.
- Local facilities include Belper Urban District (2.8 miles north-west)
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
