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Bath Re-enamelling in Shelton Lock

Bath re-enamelling for Shelton Lock, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Worn patches where water runs and sits
  • Stains that won’t shift
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath re-enamelling for Shelton Lock homes

About our bath re-enamelling in Shelton Lock

Re-enamelling works especially well on cast iron and steel, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. You end up with a smooth, glossy surface. If you are dealing with wear marks under the taps and a peeling or bubbling previous coating, we can help, whatever the material.

Every job is backed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work.

Location
Shelton Lock (DE73, DE24)
Region
Derby
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Basin with yellowed glaze resurfaced to a clean white finish

Landlords, agents and businesses in Shelton Lock

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

If you manage property in Shelton Lock, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll price them together.

What we can’t put right

Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:

  • Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
  • Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
  • Steel that has corroded right through

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

What we work on

  • Pressed steel baths
  • Victorian roll-tops
  • Basins & shower trays
  • Acrylic baths
  • Cast iron baths

Should I try a DIY kit first?

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.

The process

From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a full day, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.

  1. The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
  2. The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
  3. The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
  4. We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
  5. The bath is left to cure and can generally be used the next day.

Before we arrive

  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

Get a quote

If you’re in Shelton Lock and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Get a fixed quote

Advice

Our work in Shelton Lock

Shelton Lock is about 3 miles south-east of Derby, in Derby. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. We cover 31 places in Derby, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 34 miles away.

All of DE73 and DE24 is covered. Whether you live on Back Lane, Derby Road and Jubilee Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also travel to Allenton (1 mile north), Chellaston (1 mile south), Boulton (1 mile north-east), Alvaston (2 miles north-east) and Swarkestone (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Derby (3 miles north-west), Oakwood (5 miles north), Cathedral Quarter (4 miles north-west), Spondon (3 miles north-east), New Zealand (4 miles north-west) and Littleover (3 miles north-west). As one of the bigger places in Derby, Shelton Lock sees plenty of our work.

Landmarks near Shelton Lock

We visit homes around Saint Edmund's Parish Church, Noel-Baker Community School and Shelton Junior School and the streets around them. Nearby too are New Bridge Inn (less than half a mile west) and Alvaston Park (1.9 miles north). For rail, the closest station is Peartree station, roughly 1.9 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Elvaston Castle (2.2 miles north-east) and Derbion (3.1 miles north-west).

Map of Shelton Lock © OpenStreetMap contributors

Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Shelton Lock

Frequently the bath has just had decades of use, and only the surface is worn. The body of the bath is generally perfectly sound.

Common reasons people in Shelton Lock contact us are:

  • An outdated colour you’d like to change
  • An old resurfacing that is failing
  • Staining under the taps and around the waste
  • An original cast iron bath that needs restoring

What to look for in a quote

  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match

10 questions to ask before booking

How we price bath re-enamelling

Resurfacing from £350. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • The material and finish
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • How much damage there is

Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Getting a price from pictures

You can generally get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Natural light rather than flash

There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

Shelton Lock questions

Is there a guarantee?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

When can you do it?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.

Will the bath be moved?

No, it stays where it is. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room masked and ventilated.

How durable is a resurfaced bath?

It depends on preparation, use and care. Properly prepared and looked after, it lasts well, and it’s guaranteed for a year.

What happens once I’ve sent pictures?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.

How much does bath re-enamelling cost in Shelton Lock?

Resurfacing from £350. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.

Do you resurface freestanding baths?

Yes. Inside and out.

Is it messy?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.

Repairing versus replacing in Shelton Lock

A replacement frequently means several trades over several days. Re-enamelling is one technician, normally one day, with the bath back in use the next day. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.

Why book with us

  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Colour mixed on the day to match

Read our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

How to care for the repair

Looking after the surface is easy:

  • Repair dripping taps early
  • Get any chip repaired quickly
  • Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
  • Do not let dyes or oils sit on the finish

Treat the new finish gently at first: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. From then on, avoid abrasives and suction mats.

The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.

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