Essex · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Rettendon
Bath re-enamelling in Rettendon without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- A coloured bath you want in white
About our bath re-enamelling in Rettendon
The bath stays where it is, so the taps, tiles and plumbing are not touched. It usually takes one visit, and can be used again the next day. Common call-outs are for brown or grey marks that don’t clean off and a coloured bath you want in white, across pressed steel baths, acrylic baths and Victorian roll-tops.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Location
- Rettendon (CM3)
- Region
- Essex
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Honest limits
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- A metal bath with a through crack
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- Steel that has corroded right through
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we work on in Rettendon
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you’re not left guessing. Once we are there, the work takes most of the day in most cases. We leave the room clean.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- We key the surface and put on a bonding primer.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- Once cured, normally by the next day, the bath is ready.
How to prepare
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Ask for a price
If you are in Rettendon and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. We price every job individually. The main factors are:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Whether we combine several jobs
We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
How to get a fixed price
Phone pictures are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Ensure they show:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Details of any past repairs
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
About Rettendon
Rettendon is about 4 miles north of Wickford, in Essex. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Rettendon is one of 644 towns and villages in Essex we cover. Our jobs stretch from Rettendon to London (30 miles away).
All of CM3 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes on East Hanningfield Road, Old Bell Lane and Salforal Close and the roads around them. If you are just outside Rettendon, we cover Coalhill (1 mile west), South Hanningfield (1 mile west), East Hanningfield (2 miles north), Woodham Ferrers (2 miles north-east) and Brock Hill (2 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Chelmsford (6 miles north-west), Basildon (7 miles south-west), Brentwood (11 miles west), Maldon (7 miles north-east), Canvey Island (9 miles south) and Billericay (6 miles west).
Around Rettendon
In Rettendon, that means homes near The Rettendon Bell pub, among other places. The closest station to Rettendon is Battlesbridge station, about 2.2 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Battlesbridge Motorcycle Museum (2.3 miles south) and Baddow Hospital (4.2 miles north-west). Open spaces near Rettendon include Woodham Fen.
When to call us in Rettendon
Many baths we resurface have simply been well used. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is usually as strong as ever.
Look out for these signs:
- Stains that won’t shift
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- A dull, rough surface that won’t come clean
- Wear marks under the taps
Before booking anyone
- How the room is protected while they work
- What preparation is included
- Who turns up on the day
- Aftercare advice
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
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Aftercare tips
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
- Repair dripping taps early
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
Treat the new finish gently at first: give it the full curing time, then clean it gently. From then on, avoid abrasives and suction mats.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
Why repair rather than replace?
If you like your bathroom but not your bath’s surface, re-enamelling is the least disruptive fix. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
What you get with us
- No extra charge for your area
- A fixed quote before booking
- We leave the room as we found it
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
See our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Rettendon
Do the materials smell?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.
How durable is a resurfaced bath?
Care for it and it lasts. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
What do you need from me?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Will there be fumes?
Some odour is normal while we spray, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the finish cures.
How long is the bath unusable?
One day for most baths and can be used the day after. We give you timings with the quote.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Normally, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so the tiles and taps stay put.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.
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