Birmingham · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Smithfield, Birmingham
Our repair technicians come to Smithfield for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- Several chips and rust patches
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Smithfield
Re-enamelling is a one-day job for most baths, with the bath ready to use the following day. Taps, tiles, panels and plumbing all stay in place. We regularly repair basins & shower trays, Victorian roll-tops and acrylic baths, and common reasons people get in touch are a peeling or bubbling previous coating and enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Birmingham.
- Location
- Smithfield (B5, B2, B4)
- Area hub
- Birmingham
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Do not let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
The first few days matter most: give it the full curing time, then clean it gently. From then on, avoid abrasives and suction mats.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
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Questions from Smithfield
Is there a smell?
Yes, while we’re applying the finish. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
Will the price change on the day?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
How do I get a price for bath re-enamelling in Smithfield?
Resurfacing from £350. We give a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a picture of the whole item with your B5 postcode.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
Can you resurface a pink bath in white?
Yes, most people go for white. Tell us what you’d like when you ask for a quote.
Do you cover the entire of Birmingham?
The whole UK, including all of Birmingham. Send your postcode with your photos and we’ll offer you dates.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We come back with a fixed quote, typically with dates to choose from. You are under no obligation.
For landlords and businesses
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Honest limits
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.
What we work on
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Cast iron baths
Repairing versus replacing in Smithfield
Replacing a cast iron bath is a big job: they’re heavy, frequently need breaking up, and a new one isn’t cheap. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Prices start from £350. Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Smithfield
- One visit for most repairs
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- Work done at your home or business
Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
How it works
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and start once you are happy with the plan. It normally takes the best part of a day, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s generally ready the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Make sure the area is dry
Ask for a price
Send us pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, with your B5 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
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Should I try a DIY kit first?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:
- How much damage there is
- What kind of damage it is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Smithfield. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Send pictures for a quote
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
To get a price, send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We will say immediately whether it can be repaired.
About Smithfield
Smithfield is about 1 mile north of Birmingham, in Birmingham. We travel to customers in Smithfield, so nothing has to leave your home. Our repair technicians cover 140 places across Birmingham.
Here we cover the B5, B2 and B4 postcode area. Jobs here include addresses on Moat Lane, Mill Lane and Carrs Lane and the roads around them. We also travel to Chinese Quarter (1 mile west), Southside (1 mile west), Deritend (1 mile east), Birmingham (1 mile south) and Camp Hill (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Royal Sutton Coldfield (7 miles north-east), Erdington (4 miles north-east), Cape Hill (3 miles west), Streetly (7 miles north), Hawkesley (6 miles south) and Londonderry (4 miles west).
Landmarks near Smithfield
Around Smithfield, we work in homes near Birmingham Ormiston Academy, Birmingham Independent School of Performing Arts and Birmingham and Midland Institute. Other local landmarks include St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary School (0.5 miles south-west), St Martin in the Bull Ring (less than half a mile north-west), Eastside City Park (within half a mile north) and Bull Ring Tavern (under half a mile north-west). Smithfield has its own railway station: Birmingham Moor Street station. Further afield, we also cover the area around Bull Ring (less than half a mile north-west) and Birmingham and Midland Skin and Urinary Hospital (less than half a mile west). Not far away are Edgbaston Pool and Deer's Leap Wood.
- Local facilities include Sparkbrook and Small Heath (1.1 miles south-east)
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
