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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Shirwell, Devon
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing at your home in Shirwell, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
Common problems we fix in Shirwell
A dull surface stains and holds dirt, and cleaning harder only makes it worse. That is the point where re-enamelling makes sense.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Stains that will not shift
- Wear marks under the taps
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
Comparing quotes
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How soon you can use it again
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Aftercare advice
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Shirwell
We re-enamel a lot of period and roll-top baths, which are heavy, hard to move and costly to replace. Doing them in place keeps an original feature. Whether it’s a bath in a colour that no longer suits and a bath that stays dull however much you clean it, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.
- Location
- Shirwell (EX31)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Shirwell
Shirwell is about 4 miles north-east of Barnstaple, in Devon. Customers in Shirwell get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. Shirwell is one of 586 towns and villages in Devon we cover.
Postcode districts we cover here: EX31. Close by, we cover Shirwell Cross (1 mile south-west), Goodleigh (2 miles south), Churchill (2 miles north), East Down (3 miles north) and Bratton Fleming (3 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Barnstaple (4 miles south-west), Bideford (11 miles south-west), Ilfracombe (8 miles north-west), Braunton (7 miles west), Newport (4 miles south-west) and South Molton (10 miles south-east).
Around Shirwell
We visit homes around Church of St Peter and Shirwell Community Primary School. The closest station to Shirwell is Barnstaple station, roughly 4 miles south-west. A little further out are Bratton Fleming Mound (3 miles east) and North Devon Athenaeum (3.6 miles south-west).
When we’d advise against a repair
Some jobs are not right for a repair, for example:
- A bath that’s rusted through
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
What happens on the day
There is not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. Most visits take a full day, including clearing up.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- 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 following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
How to get a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
Related advice
Repair or replace: which is better?
A refit takes several trades and several days. Resurfacing is one technician, normally in a day, with the bath ready the day after. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
What you get with us
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- A fixed quote before you book
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Read our full price list and bath cost comparison.
Landlord and trade work in Shirwell
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Shirwell as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it normally costs far less than a refit.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Prices start from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How much damage there is
- How many items we do on one visit
- The colour and finish to match
Compared with replacing, repairing generally costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
How to get a fixed price
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
To get a price, send two or three pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Shirwell: your questions answered
How long will the bath be out of use?
Typically a day, then it’s ready to use the following day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
What happens after I send pictures?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
When can you do it?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Do you cover Shirwell?
Yes, we do. We send a technician to Shirwell for every job, with no extra charge for travel.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Will the bath be moved?
No, it stays where it is. We work on the bath in place, with the room masked and ventilated.
What does bath re-enamelling cost?
Resurfacing from £350. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.
Do you resurface freestanding baths?
Yes, roll-tops are a big part of our work. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Repair dripping taps early
- Never use suction bath mats
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Wait for the curing time we give you before the first bath. Then, gentle cleaning with a soft cloth is enough.
On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading and make the job bigger. Resurfacing before they spread keeps it simpler.
Nearby places to Shirwell
Other services in Shirwell
Can I fix it myself?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. 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 many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
