Cumbria · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Smithfield, Cumbria
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Smithfield and the surrounding area, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- A coloured bath you want in white
Bath re-enamelling in Smithfield, done in place
Re-enamelling works especially well on cast iron and steel, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. You end up with a smooth, glossy surface. Whether it’s a bath in a colour that no longer suits and an old resurfacing that’s failing, we can generally put it right.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Location
- Smithfield (CA6)
- Region
- Cumbria
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How to look after the repair
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Don’t use the bath until it has fully cured
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Do not let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
A quick rinse and wipe after use helps, especially in hard water areas, so limescale can’t build up.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It just wears the enamel further.
Questions from Smithfield
Will there be fumes?
Yes, while we’re applying the finish. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we often do. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes, we do this regularly. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes. Coloured baths can be resurfaced in white, and we can do the rest of the suite as well.
Will the bath be moved?
No, it stays where it is. We work on the bath in place, with the room protected and ventilated.
Also near Smithfield
Also in Smithfield
DIY kit or professional repair?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
How it works
Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes most of the day, depending on what we find, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- We key the surface and put on a bonding primer.
- Several coats of new finish are sprayed on.
- The bath is left to cure and can typically be used the day after.
How to prepare
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
How to get a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Advice
Work for landlords and builders
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.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Where we work around Smithfield
Smithfield is about 7 miles north of Carlisle, in Cumbria. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Smithfield is one of 438 towns and villages in Cumbria where we work. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 49 miles away.
Jobs in CA6 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We regularly work on streets such as Ryehill Park and Skitby Road and the roads around them. Main roads around Smithfield include the A6071, so getting to you is simple. Nearby, we also work in Skitby (1 mile east), Walby (3 miles south), Crosby-on-Eden (4 miles south), Linstock (5 miles south) and Aglionby (5 miles south). Larger places within reach include Carlisle (7 miles south), Currock (7 miles south), Raffles (7 miles south-west), Botcherby (7 miles south), Morton (8 miles south-west) and Belle Vue (7 miles south-west).
Local landmarks in Smithfield
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Robin Hood Inn, Church of St Cuthbert and Fir Ends Primary School and the streets around them. Other landmarks nearby include Scaleby Castle (1.9 miles south) and A World In Miniature Museum (3.9 miles south-west).
What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- Holes rusted through the metal
- A cast iron or steel bath that’s cracked right through
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Cast iron baths
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- Doing more than one item at once
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- What the surface is made of
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Quotes from your photos
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Please include:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Natural light rather than flash
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Repairing versus replacing in Smithfield
If the bath is sound, re-enamelling is generally much cheaper than replacing it, when you count removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating. It’s much quicker too. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Why book with us
- Work done at your home or business
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- One visit for most repairs
- No need to remove anything
Read our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
When to call us in Smithfield
Enamel’s shine is only skin deep, and every scrub with an abrasive cleaner takes a little away. After years of use, the surface becomes porous and stains easily.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- A roll-top that is seen better days
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- A coloured bath you want in white
- Chips and rust in more than one place
Questions to ask before you book
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether the price covers travel
- What happens if they find more damage
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
