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Bath Re-enamelling in Pontprennau
Damaged bath in Pontprennau? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- A coloured bath you want in white
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- A bath that is rusted through
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- A metal bath with a through crack
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Surfaces we repair
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
Bath re-enamelling in Pontprennau without replacing anything
We clean, repair and prime the bath before spraying the new finish. The preparation is what makes it last, so we do not cut corners on it. Our technicians work on acrylic baths, basins & shower trays and cast iron baths, and people most often call us about a dull, rough surface that won’t come clean and wear marks under the taps.
You’re covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book.
- Area
- Pontprennau (CF23, CF3, CF14)
- County
- Cardiff
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Should you replace it?
A refit takes several trades and several days. Re-enamelling takes one technician and generally one day, and the bath can be used the day after. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Pontprennau
- One price list for the whole UK
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Colour-matched on site
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
See our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
How to look after the repair
Aftercare is simple:
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- Never use suction bath mats
Dry the bath after use if possible, especially in hard water areas, and rinse off any bath products.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, don’t pick at it. Water gets under it and the damage spreads, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Common problems we fix in Pontprennau
Enamel’s shine is only skin deep, and every scrub with an abrasive cleaner takes a little away. After years of use, the surface becomes porous and stains easily.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- A coating lifting around the plughole
What your quote should include
- If travel is included in the price
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What happens if they find more damage
- How your room will be protected
Covering Pontprennau
Pontprennau is about 3 miles north-east of Cardiff, in Cardiff. Jobs in Pontprennau are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your photos, then a visit to do the work. Pontprennau is one of 91 places in Cardiff we cover.
Jobs in CF23, CF3 and CF14 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Pentwyn Road, Ty-Draw Road and Parkwall Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Other places close to Pontprennau include Pentwyn (1 mile south-east), Llanedeyrn Village (1 mile east), Llanrumney (1 mile south-east), Old St Mellons (1 mile east) and Lisvane (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Cardiff (3 miles south-west), Ely (6 miles south-west), Castle (4 miles south-west), Adamsdown (4 miles south), Roath (3 miles south) and Splott (4 miles south).
Near you in Pontprennau
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Toby Carvery pub, St Edeyrn's Church and Pontprennau Primary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Llanishen station, roughly 1.8 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Cefn Mably House (1.3 miles north-east) and Regimental Museum of 1st The Queens Dragoon Guards (3.2 miles south-west). The countryside around Pontprennau includes Roath Park Lake and Glamorgan Canal / Long Wood.
What we do, step by step
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. Once we’re there, the work takes most of the day. We leave the room clean.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the next day.
Before we arrive
- Clear the area around the damage
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
Most clients in Pontprennau get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
Landlords, agents and businesses in Pontprennau
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Common questions in Pontprennau
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
How much does bath re-enamelling cost in Pontprennau?
Prices start from £350. We give a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your CF23 postcode.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Will the bath be moved?
No. We resurface it in place, so the tiles and taps stay put.
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