Northamptonshire · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Lower Thorpe, Northamptonshire
Problem with your bath in Lower Thorpe? We repair it in place, match it on site and back it with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Lots of chips and rust spots
About Lower Thorpe
Lower Thorpe is about 6 miles north-west of Brackley, in Northamptonshire. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in all 364 towns and villages across Northamptonshire. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 38 miles away.
We cover every part of the OX17 postcode area. Other places close to Lower Thorpe include Culworth (1 mile north-east), Upper Wardington (2 miles west), Wardington (3 miles west), Eydon (3 miles north) and Chipping Warden (3 miles north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Daventry (11 miles north), Brackley (6 miles south-east), Towcester (10 miles east), East Hunsbury (15 miles north-east), Wootton (15 miles north-east) and Duston (15 miles north-east).
Around Lower Thorpe
Our clients here include homes close to Three Conies Inn, Church of St John the Baptist and Culworth Church of England Primary Academy and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Canons Ashby Castle Hill (4 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Farthinghoe Nature Reserve.
Bath re-enamelling in Lower Thorpe 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. We work on pressed steel baths, cast iron baths and Victorian roll-tops, and the jobs we see most are a period or roll-top bath worth keeping and lots of chips and rust spots.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking.
- Where
- Lower Thorpe (OX17)
- Area hub
- Northamptonshire
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we are called out for in Lower Thorpe
Sometimes it’s an earlier resurfacing that has failed, lifting by the plughole or blistering. We strip what’s failing and start again.
Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:
- A roll-top that is seen better days
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- Several chips and rust patches
Questions to ask before booking
- How the colour is matched
- Whether the price covers travel
- What prep work is covered
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
Can I fix it myself?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Why repair rather than replace?
Getting a cast iron bath out is hard work: they’re heavy, frequently need breaking up, and a new one isn’t cheap. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Why us?
- One price list for the entire UK
- A fixed quote before you book
- We leave the room as we found it
- Colour mixed on the day to match
See our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
How the visit works
Here’s how a visit usually runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Allow the best part of a day. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used 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.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures.
Preparing for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
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Repairs by material
Cast iron
Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Do not leave a chip unrepaired
- Avoid suction-cup mats
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, as they can stain. Repair dripping taps promptly.
On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading. Resurfacing before they spread keeps it simpler.
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Honest limits
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- A cast iron or steel bath that’s cracked right through
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
Common questions in Lower Thorpe
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Do you cover the whole of Northamptonshire?
All of Northamptonshire, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
Someone resurfaced my bath and it’s peeling. Can you help?
Yes, we do this regularly. Removing the old finish takes extra time, which we include in the price.
How long does re-enamelling take?
Most baths are done in a day, ready the next day. We give you timings with the quote.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes. We can resurface a coloured bath in white, and we can do the rest of the suite as well.
Will the bath be moved?
No, it stays where it is. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room protected and ventilated.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Lower Thorpe
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Northamptonshire and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
