Dorset · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Portway, Dorset
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing in Portway, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Portway
Resurfacing renews the whole surface of the bath without taking anything out. It suits baths that are dull, stained, rough or chipped all over. We regularly repair acrylic baths, Victorian roll-tops and basins & shower trays, and common reasons people get in touch are a bath that stays dull however much you clean it and brown or grey marks that don’t clean off.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Location
- Portway (DT2)
- County
- Dorset
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Portway
Enamel wears gradually. Years of cleaning, hard water and hot baths dull the surface, generally first under the taps and around the waste.
Customers generally contact us about:
- Wear marks under the taps
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- Stains that won’t shift
Comparing quotes
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How to care for the finish
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Who will actually do the work
Landlords, agents and businesses in Portway
For anyone letting property in or around Portway, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Why repair rather than replace?
Getting a cast iron bath out is hard work: they’re heavy, often need breaking up, and a new one is not cheap. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why us?
- No need to remove anything
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Read our full price list and bath cost comparison.
When a repair isn’t the answer
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- A bath split right through the body
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
Covering Portway
Portway is about 8 miles south-east of Dorchester, in Dorset. From the centre of Portway to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We work in all 462 towns and villages across Dorset.
Here we cover the DT2 postcode area. Neighbouring places we cover include Winfrith Newburgh (1 mile south), Blacknoll (1 mile north), East Knighton (1 mile north-east), Chaldon Herring (1 mile south-west) and Giddy Green (2 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Weymouth (9 miles south-west), Dorchester (8 miles north-west), Blandford Forum (14 miles north), Broadstone (14 miles north-east), Corfe Mullen (13 miles north-east) and Swanage (14 miles east).
Around Portway
Our customers here include homes close to Parish Church of St Christopher, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Wool station, about 2.7 miles north-east. The countryside around Portway includes Swyre Head and Tadnoll and Winfrith Heath.
How to look after the repair
Nothing complicated is needed, just a few sensible habits:
- Don’t leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Never use suction bath mats
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
A quick rinse and wipe after use helps, particularly where water is hard, so limescale can’t build up.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
How it works
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a full day. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- 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 following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
How to get a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
What else we do in Portway
Should I try a DIY kit first?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Portway: your questions answered
Can you quote from photos?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
Do I need to be at home?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Does the bath have to be removed?
No, it stays where it is. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room masked and ventilated.
Is there a smell?
There is some smell while the coating is applied, so we ventilate the room. It fades as the coating cures.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Usually one day, with the bath ready the following day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
