Dorset · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Thornicombe
Local bath re-enamelling for Thornicombe: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
Bath re-enamelling in Thornicombe without replacing anything
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and acrylic baths can be resurfaced too. You end up with a smooth, glossy surface. We regularly repair basins & shower trays, pressed steel baths and Victorian roll-tops, and the jobs we see most are thin, worn enamel in places and a coating lifting around the plughole.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Location
- Thornicombe (DT11)
- County
- Dorset
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should you replace it?
Replacing the bath means a plumber, lifting out the old bath, making good the walls and tiles and days without a bathroom. Resurfacing renews the entire surface without moving it. Prices start from £350. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why Thornicombe clients choose us
- One visit for most repairs
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
See our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Pressed steel
Steel baths re-enamel well, once any rust has been treated. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we pay close attention there.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, 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.
Thornicombe: your questions answered
When can you do it?
We will give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Someone resurfaced my bath and it’s peeling. Can you help?
Yes. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Do you cover Thornicombe?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Thornicombe and the rest of Dorset. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes: twelve months. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Do you need bath re-enamelling in Thornicombe?
Previous coatings can fail too, lifting by the plughole or blistering. Failing coatings are stripped back before we resurface.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
Comparing quotes
- When it can be used again
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- Whether the price covers travel
What we do, step by step
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll get on with it. The job generally runs to most of the day, tidy-up included.
- First we look the bath over and confirm the finish.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
- Primer and finish coats are applied.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Keep a parking space free if you can
How to get a price
If you’re in Thornicombe and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Thornicombe
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How many areas need work
- The colour and finish to match
Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Thornicombe. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Send photos for a quote
You can take the pictures on your phone, there’s no need for anything special. Make sure they show:
- One picture of the whole bath
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Any details about the material
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can price the job.
Nearby places to Thornicombe
Other services in Thornicombe
Thornicombe and the surrounding area
Thornicombe is about 3 miles south-west of Blandford Forum, in Dorset. We travel to homes and businesses in Thornicombe, so there’s no workshop to go to. Thornicombe is one of 462 places in Dorset we cover.
Here we cover the DT11 postcode area. With the A354 close by, Thornicombe is easy for our repair technicians to reach. Nearby, we also work in Blandford St Mary (2 miles north-east), Charlton Marshall (2 miles east), Bryanston (2 miles north), Langton Long Blandford (3 miles north-east) and Blandford Forum (3 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Dorchester (14 miles south-west), Wimborne Minster (9 miles east), Verwood (14 miles east), Gillingham (15 miles north), Shaftesbury (12 miles north) and Ferndown (13 miles east).
Around Thornicombe
Our customers here include homes close to The Blandford School, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Blandford Fashion Museum (2.3 miles north-east) and Blandford Community Hospital (2.6 miles north). Not far away are Hod Hill.
Aftercare tips
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
- Don’t leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
Dry the bath after use if possible, and rinse off any bath products.
Don’t try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It removes more of the surface and makes resurfacing more work.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
