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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in The Mumbles, Swansea

Bath re-enamelling across The Mumbles and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Chips and rust in more than one place
  • An old resurfacing that’s failing
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath re-enamelling in The Mumbles

Bath re-enamelling in The Mumbles without replacing anything

After re-enamelling, the bath has a smooth, glossy, new-looking surface, but without the cost and upheaval of a refit. It suits anyone happy with the bathroom apart from the bath. Common call-outs are for an old resurfacing that’s failing and chips and rust in more than one place, in acrylic baths, cast iron baths and Victorian roll-tops.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Where
The Mumbles (SA3)
County
Swansea
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Quotes
From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Keeping it looking good

Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:

  • Repair dripping taps early
  • Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
  • Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
  • Wash away dyes and oils after use

Treat the new finish gently at first: give it the full curing time, then clean it gently. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.

On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading, and each one adds to the preparation. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.

Work for landlords and builders

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

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 the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.

Cast iron

Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.

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’ll get on with it. Most visits take most of the day, tidy-up included.

  1. The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
  2. Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
  3. Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
  4. We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
  5. The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the following day.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit

Get a quote

A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

The Mumbles and the surrounding area

The Mumbles is about 4 miles south-west of Mount Pleasant, in Swansea. Our technicians come to customers in The Mumbles and nearby villages, so there is no workshop to go to. We work in 153 places in Swansea.

Our visits in SA3 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Dunns Lane, Newton Road and King's Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Oystermouth (1 mile west), Limeslade (1 mile south-east), Langland (1 mile south-west), West Cross (1 mile north) and Norton (1 mile north-west). Further out, we also cover Swansea (5 miles north-east), Castle (4 miles north-east), Morriston (7 miles north-east), Mount Pleasant (4 miles north-east), Gorseinon (7 miles north) and Dyfaty (4 miles north-east).

Local landmarks in The Mumbles

In The Mumbles, that means homes near All Saints' Church, Oystermouth Primary School and Bishopston Comprehensive School, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Swansea station, about 4.4 miles north-east of the centre. Nearby you will also find Silverwood Castle (under half a mile north-east) and Quadrant Shopping Centre (3.9 miles north-east). Not far away are Bishop's Wood and Colts Hill.

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Repair or replace: which is better?

There are times replacing is better: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. Otherwise, resurfacing generally wins. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why book with us

  • No extra charge for your area
  • Everything repaired in place
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures

See our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Can I fix it myself?

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 often lifts.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.

Common questions in The Mumbles

What happens after I send photos?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.

What happens if you find more damage?

Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.

Will it make a mess?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.

How soon can you come?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.

How long is the bath unusable?

One day for most baths and can be used the day after. We’ll confirm timings when we quote.

How we price bath re-enamelling

Prices start from £350. Prices are worked out job by job, from your photos. What matters most is:

  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • What the surface is made of
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.

Send photos for a quote

You can take the photos on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Make sure they show:

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • One picture of the whole bath
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus

Send us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you are in The Mumbles, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.

What we can’t put right

We won’t take on work that will not last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:

  • Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
  • A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
  • A bath split right through the body

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before you book.

Materials we work on in The Mumbles

  • Basins & shower trays
  • Acrylic baths
  • Cast iron baths
  • Pressed steel baths
  • Victorian roll-tops
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