Essex · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Swallows Cross, Essex
Our repair technicians come to Swallows Cross for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Swallows Cross
Most baths are re-enamelled in a day. Taps, tiles, panels and plumbing all stay in place. If you are dealing with a period or roll-top bath worth keeping and staining under the taps and around the waste, we can help, on basins & shower trays, acrylic baths and pressed steel baths alike.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Swallows Cross as everywhere else we work.
- Area
- Swallows Cross (CM15)
- Region
- Essex
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- 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:
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Store bottles off the bath
Wait for the curing time we give you before the first bath. Then, gentle cleaning with a soft cloth is enough.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It removes more of the surface and makes resurfacing more work.
When a repair is not the answer
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- Holes rusted through the metal
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing the bath means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, making good the walls and tiles and several days without a working bathroom. Re-enamelling gives the bath a new finish without moving it. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
What you get with us
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- One price list for the whole UK
- Everything repaired in place
See our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Acrylic
We resurface acrylic baths as well, with a coating system suited to acrylic. It must be solid and not flex underfoot.
DIY kit or professional repair?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. 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.
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- The type of damage
- How many areas need work
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Quotes from your photos
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- One picture of the whole bath
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
For a price in Swallows Cross, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
About Swallows Cross
Swallows Cross is about 3 miles north-east of Brentwood, in Essex. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. We work in 644 places across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Swallows Cross to London (about 22 miles away).
Our visits in CM15 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We regularly work on streets such as Thoby Lane and Wyatt's Green Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Wyatt's Green (1 mile north-west), Green Street (1 mile north-east), Mountnessing (1 mile south-east), Doddinghurst (1 mile west) and Beggar Hill (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (8 miles north-east), Basildon (8 miles south-east), Harlow (12 miles north-west), Brentwood (3 miles south-west), Canvey Island (15 miles south-east) and Billericay (5 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Swallows Cross
Typical jobs here are in homes near Shenfield High School, among other places. The closest station to Swallows Cross is Ingatestone station, about 2.3 miles east. Well-known places in the area include Brentwood Community Hospital (2.9 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Thorndon Park.
The process
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take the best part of a day. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- 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.
- Once cured, normally by the following day, the bath is ready.
Before we arrive
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Get a quote
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can give you a fixed price.
Related advice
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Swallows Cross
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
Swallows Cross: your questions answered
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working that clears as it cures.
Do you work in Swallows Cross?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Swallows Cross and the rest of Essex. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes. We can do the inside and outside.
How long does re-enamelling take?
Most baths are done in a day, ready the next day. We give you timings with the quote.
Can you resurface a pink bath in white?
Yes, white is the usual choice. Tell us what you’d like when you ask for a quote.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
