Hertfordshire · England
Bath Re-enamelling for Shillington homes
Our technicians come to Shillington for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Several chips and rust patches
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
Bath re-enamelling in Shillington, done in place
We don’t move the bath, so the taps, tiles and plumbing are not touched. It usually takes one visit, with the bath ready to use the following day. Typical jobs include a bath in a colour that no longer suits and a dull, rough surface that won’t come clean, across cast iron baths, basins & shower trays and Victorian roll-tops.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll sort it.
- Where
- Shillington (SG5)
- Region
- Hertfordshire
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Shillington
Prices start from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.
Send photos for a quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Try to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
Most customers in Shillington get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. They’re built to last, and only the surface wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we check it carefully.
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How it works
We agree an arrival time beforehand. On site, it takes the best part of a day in most cases. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- 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 day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
How to get a price
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
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Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Shillington
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and you will get one combined price.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. If photos do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.
What happens after I send photos?
You’ll get a fixed quote back. You are under no obligation.
Do you charge for travel?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Repair or replace: which is better?
If the bath is sound, re-enamelling is generally much cheaper than replacing it, when you count removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating. It’s also far quicker. Prices start from £350. We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why Shillington customers choose us
- Work done at your home or business
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
See our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Aftercare tips
Looking after the surface is easy:
- Have chips seen to early
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
Wait for the curing time we give you before the first bath. Then, gentle cleaning with a soft cloth is enough.
Don’t try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It removes more of the surface.
DIY kit or professional repair?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Do you need bath re-enamelling in Shillington?
Enamel wears gradually. Years of cleaning, hard water and hot baths dull the surface, normally first under the taps and around the waste.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Several chips and rust patches
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- A coloured bath you want in white
What your quote should include
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Who turns up on the day
- Aftercare advice
- What preparation is included
When we’d advise against a repair
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- A bath split right through the body
- Steel that has corroded right through
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we repair
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
Shillington and the surrounding area
Shillington is about 5 miles north-west of Hitchin, in Hertfordshire. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Our technicians cover 381 places across Hertfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 36 miles away.
We work across the SG5 postcode area. From Hillfoot Road, New Walk and Church View Avenue or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. Close by, we cover Hanscombe End (1 mile west), Apsley End (1 mile south-west), Pirton (2 miles south-east), Hexton (3 miles south-west) and Pegsdon (3 miles south). Further out, we also cover Stevenage (10 miles south-east), Welwyn Garden City (15 miles south-east), Harpenden (12 miles south), Hitchin (5 miles south-east), Letchworth (6 miles east) and Letchworth Garden City (6 miles east).
What’s near Shillington
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Five Bells Public House, Shillington Lower School and Church of All Saints, among other places. The closest station to Shillington is Arlesey station, roughly 4.6 miles north-east. Other landmarks nearby include Fairfield Hospital (4.9 miles east) and Stondon Motor Museum (2.1 miles east). Open spaces near Shillington include Cain Hill and Pegsdon Hills.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
