Derbyshire · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Makeney, Derbyshire
Local bath re-enamelling for Makeney: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An old resurfacing that is failing
- Stains that won’t shift
Bath re-enamelling in Makeney 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. If you’re dealing with a dull, rough surface that won’t come clean and stains that won’t shift, we can usually put it right.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Makeney (DE56)
- Region
- Derbyshire
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Have chips seen to early
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, as they can stain. Repair dripping taps promptly.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and any rust spreads underneath. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
When a repair isn’t the answer
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, including:
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- Steel that has corroded right through
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
Materials and what they mean for the repair
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.
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Makeney
What information do you need?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it normally saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and we’ll quote them together.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Is there a smell?
A little, during the work. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
Can you fix a peeling bath coating?
Normally, yes. The old coating comes off before we resurface it. Mention it when you send photos.
Is my repair covered?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
What happens if you find more damage?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Do you resurface freestanding baths?
Yes, often. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
Nearby places to Makeney
Other services in Makeney
Where we work around Makeney
Makeney is about 2 miles south of Belper, in Derbyshire. Across the DE56 area, we come to you. We work in all 532 towns and villages across Derbyshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 40 miles away.
Here we cover the DE56 postcode area. Whether you live on Dark Lane, Makeney Road and Red Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Nearby, we also work in Duffield (1 mile south-west), Coxbench (1 mile south-east), Horsley (2 miles east), Little Eaton (2 miles south) and Burley Hill (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Ilkeston (7 miles east), Long Eaton (11 miles south-east), Heanor (5 miles east), Ripley (5 miles north-east), Langley Mill (6 miles east) and Matlock (10 miles north).
Local landmarks in Makeney
Our customers here include homes close to The Ecclesbourne School, Milford Primary School and The William IV Public House, among other places. Also close by are Church of the Holy Trinity (within half a mile north) and The Ecclesbourne School (1.1 miles south-west). The closest station to Makeney is Duffield station, roughly 0.8 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Strutt's North Mill (2.1 miles north) and Babington Hospital (1.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Wyver Lane Nature Reserve.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Belper Urban District (2.1 miles north)
How the visit works
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a full day. We leave the room clean.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s typically ready the next day.
How to prepare
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Ensure the area is dry
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Ask for a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
Can I fix it myself?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Prices start from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- How much damage there is
- The type of damage
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The material
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
How to get a fixed quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The material, if you know it
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
Send us photos of the damage and one of the entire item, with your DE56 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Makeney
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Makeney use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it generally costs far less than a refit.
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
Repairing versus replacing in Makeney
Replacing a cast iron bath is a big job: it’s very heavy, may need breaking up, and the replacement can be costly. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Prices start from £350. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Makeney
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Colour mixed on the day to match
Take a look at our pricing and bath cost comparison.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
