Devon · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Smeatharpe, Devon
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Smeatharpe and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Wear marks under the taps
Bath re-enamelling at your home in Smeatharpe
Resurfacing renews the entire surface of the bath without taking anything out. It’s the answer when the whole bath is tired rather than one spot. Our repair technicians work on pressed steel baths, basins & shower trays and acrylic baths, and common reasons people get in touch are chips and rust in more than one place and a period or roll-top bath worth keeping.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Location
- Smeatharpe (EX14)
- Region
- Devon
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Aftercare tips
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, do not use suction bath mats, and don’t leave bottles or razors standing on the surface.
Do not try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It removes more of the surface and makes resurfacing more work.
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
Where we work around Smeatharpe
Smeatharpe is about 7 miles south-east of Wellington, in Devon. Anywhere in EX14, a technician comes to you. We work in 586 places across Devon, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of EX14 is within our area. Other places close to Smeatharpe include Churchinford (1 mile north-east), Upottery (2 miles south), Yarcombe (3 miles south-east), Bishopswood (3 miles east) and Garlandhayes (4 miles north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Tiverton (15 miles west), Sidmouth (15 miles south), Honiton (7 miles south), Cullompton (12 miles west), Seaton (13 miles south) and Cranbrook (15 miles south-west).
Around Smeatharpe
Nearby you will also find Stockland Little Castle (4.9 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Bishopswood Meadows and Hartridge Hill.
What we do, step by step
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll take it from there. The job generally runs to most of the day, including clearing up.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
- 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.
Before we arrive
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Ensure the area is dry
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
Related advice
Repairing versus replacing in Smeatharpe
There are times replacing is better: if the bath is cracked through, if you want a different size or shape, or if you’re refitting the entire room anyway. Otherwise, resurfacing generally wins. Prices start from £350. Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Smeatharpe. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Why Smeatharpe customers choose us
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Everything repaired in place
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Read our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
What affects the price in Smeatharpe
Prices start from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How hard the colour is to match
- What kind of damage it is
- How many areas need work
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.
How to get a fixed quote
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- One picture of the whole bath
- Any details about the material
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One sharp close-up of the damage
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Common problems we fix in Smeatharpe
Previous coatings can fail too, peeling around the waste or bubbling. Failing coatings are stripped back before we resurface.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
Before you book anyone
- How to look after the finish
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
When we would advise against a repair
We won’t take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair cannot put right:
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Smeatharpe
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
Places near Smeatharpe
More services for Smeatharpe
Different materials, different repairs
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Smeatharpe
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Is it messy?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We review the pictures and send a fixed quote and the next dates we have.
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Typically, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Does the bath have to be removed?
Not at all. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room masked and ventilated.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
