Derbyshire · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Shirley, Derbyshire
Bath re-enamelling in and around Shirley: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Bath re-enamelling in Shirley, done in place
Many of the baths we re-enamel are period roll-tops, which are heavy, hard to move and costly to replace. Resurfacing them in place keeps the original bath. We work on acrylic baths, pressed steel baths and Victorian roll-tops, and people most frequently call us about an old resurfacing that’s failing and chips and rust in more than one place.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we will sort it.
- Area
- Shirley (DE6)
- County
- Derbyshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Shirley and nearby
Shirley is about 9 miles north-west of Derby, in Derbyshire. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Shirley is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire we cover. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 36 miles away.
Jobs in DE6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We regularly work on streets such as Meadowside Close, Church Lane and Back Lane. We also travel to Rodsley (1 mile south-west), Ednaston (1 mile east), Commonside (2 miles east), Yeldersley (2 miles north-west) and Brailsford Green (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Swadlincote (14 miles south), Ilkeston (15 miles east), Belper (9 miles north-east), Heanor (14 miles east), Ripley (13 miles north-east) and Langley Mill (14 miles east).
Near you in Shirley
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to The Saracen's Head Public House and Church of St Michael. A little further out are St Oswalds Hospital (3.9 miles north-west).
What a repair can’t fix
We will not take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. We do not charge extra for travel to Shirley. The price depends on:
- Doing more than one item at once
- The material and finish
- The type of damage
- The colour and finish to match
We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Shirley. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Send photos for a quote
When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- One picture of the entire bath
- Where you are, by postcode
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any details about the material
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 reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Keeping it looking good
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Get any chip repaired quickly
- Store bottles off the bath
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Never use suction bath mats
Rinse the bath and wipe it over after use, especially in hard water areas, so limescale cannot build up.
Leave a peeling coating alone. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
Landlord and trade work in Shirley
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
Places near Shirley
Other services in Shirley
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacement only makes sense in a few cases: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. Otherwise, resurfacing generally wins. 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 jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.
Why us?
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Colour-matched on site
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
See our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Shirley questions
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
How long does re-enamelling last?
That depends on preparation and how the bath is treated. Properly prepared and looked after, it lasts well, and our work is guaranteed for a year.
Can you fix a peeling bath coating?
Yes, we do this regularly. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
What information do you need?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
Will the bath be moved?
No, it stays where it is. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room masked and ventilated.
Will there be fumes?
Yes, while we’re applying the finish. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
We resurface acrylic baths as well, using a system that bonds to acrylic. The bath needs to be firm and well supported for the finish to last.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
What we do, step by step
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can carry on at home. We protect the area first, then the work takes the best part of a day. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Getting a price
We price from pictures so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
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