Bradford · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Ilkley, Bradford
Bath re-enamelling in and around Ilkley: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
Bath re-enamelling in Ilkley without replacing anything
If your bath is sound but looks tired, resurfacing is normally the best value. It avoids removal, plumbing and re-tiling. We are often asked to fix stains that won’t shift and a coating lifting around the plughole, on Victorian roll-tops, basins & shower trays and cast iron baths.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard.
- Location
- Ilkley (LS29)
- County
- Bradford
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
Towns and villages near Ilkley
What else we do in Ilkley
Where we work around Ilkley
Ilkley is about 5 miles north of Bingley, in Bradford. Jobs in Ilkley are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. We cover all 140 towns and villages across Bradford, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Leeds, about 14 miles away.
Here we cover the LS29 postcode area. Streets in the area include Station Road, Marlborough Square and Stephensons Way, and we cover them all. Main roads around Ilkley include the A65 and B6382, so getting to you is simple. If you are just outside Ilkley, we cover Middleton (1 mile north), Nesfield (2 miles north-west), Addingham Moorside (3 miles west), Small Banks (3 miles west) and Langbar (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Bradford (9 miles south), Keighley (6 miles south-west), Bingley (5 miles south), Shipley (7 miles south), Baildon (6 miles south) and Great Horton (10 miles south). Ilkley is among the bigger towns we cover in Bradford.
Around Ilkley
We visit homes around Ashlands Primary School, Spencers Gardens and Christchurch, among other places. Other local landmarks include The Midland pub (under half a mile west) and Ilkley Grammar School (within half a mile south-east). Ilkley has its own railway station: Ilkley station. Well-known places in the area include Ilkley Coronation Hospital (under half a mile east) and Manor House (within half a mile north-west).
How the visit works
We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. Allow most of the day, and we will tell you if anything changes.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- 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.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
Getting a price
Send us photos of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Ilkley, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
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What bath re-enamelling costs
Resurfacing from £350. We do not charge extra for travel to Ilkley. The price comes down to:
- The colour and finish to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Doing more than one item at once
- The material
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.
Quotes from your photos
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what we need:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Details of any past repairs
- Natural light rather than flash
Most clients in Ilkley get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
What your bath is made of matters
Acrylic
Acrylic baths can be resurfaced too, using a system that bonds to acrylic. The bath needs to be firm and well supported.
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.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Ilkley
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes, most people go for white. Mention the colour you want when you send photos.
Are there extra charges for Ilkley?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes, we do this regularly. Removing the old finish takes extra time, which we include in the price.
Do you cover the entire of Bradford?
Across the UK, so Ilkley is covered. Prices don’t change with location.
Is there a smell?
Some odour is normal while we spray, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It clears as the finish cures.
Repairing versus replacing in Ilkley
A new bath means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, re-tiling or making good the walls and days without a bathroom. Re-enamelling gives the bath a new finish with the bath left where it is. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ilkley
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Colour-matched on site
- Same prices wherever you are
Take a look at our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
What we’re called out for in Ilkley
Enamel’s shine is only skin deep, and abrasive cleaning slowly wears it away. After years of use, the surface becomes porous and stains easily.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- A coloured bath you want in white
- Chips and rust in more than one place
Before you book anyone
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How your room will be protected
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How changes to the job are handled
What we cannot put right
Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- A bath that’s rusted through
Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
Looking after it afterwards
Most damage we see is avoidable. These habits help:
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Repair dripping taps early
- Have chips seen to early
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, as they can stain. Fix dripping taps quickly.
Do not try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It removes more of the surface and makes resurfacing more work.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
