Leicestershire · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Scraptoft
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Scraptoft. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- A coloured bath you want in white
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Scraptoft
After re-enamelling, the bath has a smooth, glossy, new-looking surface, but without the cost and upheaval of a refit. It suits anyone happy with the bathroom apart from the bath. If you are dealing with staining under the taps and around the waste and a coating lifting around the plughole, we can typically put it right.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Area
- Scraptoft (LE5, LE7)
- Area hub
- Leicestershire
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
About Scraptoft
Scraptoft is about 2 miles east of Spinney Hills, in Leicestershire. Jobs in Scraptoft are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Scraptoft is one of 287 places in Leicestershire where we work. Our jobs stretch from Scraptoft to Birmingham (38 miles away).
Every address in LE5 and LE7 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes on Hall Road, Beeby Road and Facers Lane and the roads around them. We also travel to Thurnby (1 mile south), Bushby (1 mile south), Humberstone (1 mile west), Keyham (1 mile east) and Rowlatts Hill (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Loughborough (11 miles north-west), Wigston (5 miles south-west), Melton Mowbray (11 miles north-east), Coalville (14 miles west), Shepshed (13 miles north-west) and Syston (4 miles north).
Landmarks near Scraptoft
We visit homes around Scraptoft Valley Primary School, Scraptoft Nature Reserve and The White House. Also close by are Church of All Saints (less than half a mile south) and Hamilton Community College (0.5 miles north-west). The closest station to Scraptoft is Leicester station, roughly 3.4 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Leicester Railway Museum (3.5 miles south-west) and Haymarket Shopping Centre (3.7 miles west).
- Local facilities include Coleman (2.1 miles west)
What happens on the day
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which usually takes most of the day. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the area is dry
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say straight away whether it can be repaired.
Advice
What we are called out for in Scraptoft
Enamel wears gradually. Abrasive cleaners, limescale and years of use dull the surface, starting where water runs and sits.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Several chips and rust patches
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
Before you book anyone
- How the colour is matched
- Who will actually do the work
- What preparation is included
- How the room is protected while they work
Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- Store bottles off the bath
- Respect the curing time we give you
Rinse the bath and wipe it over after use, especially in hard water areas, so limescale cannot build up.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths can be resurfaced too, with a coating system suited to acrylic. It must be solid and not flex underfoot for the finish to last.
When we’d advise against a repair
It helps to know what we cannot do too:
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- A bath that is rusted through
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Pressed steel baths
Scraptoft questions
Do the materials smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
How long is the bath unusable?
One day for most baths, ready the next day. We will confirm timings when we quote.
Does the bath have to be removed?
No, it stays where it is. We work on the bath in place, with the room protected and ventilated.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes, white is the usual choice. Mention the colour you want when you send photos.
Do you cover Scraptoft?
We do. Repair technicians travel to Scraptoft from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
How do I book?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole bath and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Scraptoft
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.
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.
Should you replace it?
Replacing a bath can take several days across several trades. Re-enamelling is one technician, normally one day. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Why Scraptoft clients choose us
- A fixed quote before you book
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Everything repaired in place
Read our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
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What else we do in Scraptoft
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
