Middlesbrough · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Linthorpe, Middlesbrough
Problem with your bath in Linthorpe? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A roll-top that is seen better days
- Thin, worn enamel in places
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Pressed steel
Steel baths re-enamel well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we check it carefully.
Bath re-enamelling in Linthorpe without replacing anything
A re-enamelled bath looks and feels like a new one, but without the cost and upheaval of a refit. It suits anyone happy with the bathroom apart from the bath. We work on acrylic baths, basins & shower trays and Victorian roll-tops, and common reasons people contact us are a coating lifting around the plughole and worn patches where water runs and sits.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Where
- Linthorpe (TS5, TS1, TS4)
- Region
- Middlesbrough
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What we’re called out for in Linthorpe
Hard water speeds up the wear, and gritty cleaners are the worst culprits.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- A coloured bath you want in white
Comparing quotes
- Who will actually do the work
- How changes to the job are handled
- How the colour is matched
- What protection goes down before work starts
What we cannot put right
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- A bath split right through the body
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- Holes rusted through the metal
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
Work for landlords and builders
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Linthorpe use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. We don’t charge extra for travel to Linthorpe. The price depends on:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material and finish
- Doing more than one item at once
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Getting a price from photos
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- The material, if you know it
Email us photos of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Linthorpe, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Our work in Linthorpe
Linthorpe is about 1 mile north-west of Middlesbrough, in Middlesbrough. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Linthorpe is one of 33 towns and villages in Middlesbrough where we work. Our jobs stretch from Linthorpe to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 34 miles away).
Every address in TS5, TS1 and TS4 is within our area. We regularly work on streets such as York Road, Kings Road and Roman Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Linthorpe include Ayresome (1 mile south-west), Grove Hill (1 mile east), Marton Grove (1 mile east), Whinney Banks (1 mile west) and Middlesbrough (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Whale Hill (4 miles east), Normanby (3 miles east), Newtown (3 miles west), Nunthorpe (3 miles south-east), Oxbridge (4 miles west) and Tilery (3 miles west).
Local landmarks in Linthorpe
In Linthorpe, that means homes near St Mary's College, Linthorpe Hotel and Church of St. Barnabas, among other places. You’ll also find Macmillan Academy (0.9 miles north-west), Linthorpe Community Primary School (less than half a mile west) and Portrack Incinerator (1.2 miles north-west). Linthorpe’s nearest station is Middlesbrough station, about 1.4 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Middlesbrough Art Gallery (0.5 miles north) and Cleveland Centre (1 mile north). Not far away are Eston Nab and RSPB Salthome.
Repair or replace in Linthorpe?
Replacing a cast iron bath is a big job: it’s very heavy, may need breaking up, and the replacement can be costly. Re-enamelling avoids all of it. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Linthorpe
- No extra charge for your area
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
What happens on the day
Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Plan for the best part of a day. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and how to look after it.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll say immediately whether it can be repaired.
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FAQs for Linthorpe
Do the materials smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
How much does bath re-enamelling cost in Linthorpe?
Resurfacing from £350. We give a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes, white is the usual choice. Mention the colour you want when you send pictures.
Can you quote from pictures?
Nearly always. If photos don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
In most cases. We strip the failing coating and resurface it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we will take it from there.
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