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Bath Re-enamelling in Thorpe Hamlet

Bath re-enamelling in Thorpe Hamlet without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Thin, worn enamel in places
  • An old resurfacing that is failing
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Bath re-enamelling in Thorpe Hamlet

Bath re-enamelling in Thorpe Hamlet, done in place

A re-enamelled bath looks and feels like a new one, without any of the disruption of replacing it. It suits anyone happy with the bathroom apart from the bath. Common call-outs are for several chips and rust patches and a period or roll-top bath worth keeping, in pressed steel baths, acrylic baths and basins & shower trays.

All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Norfolk.

Stained basin resurfaced to clean white (before and after)
Where
Thorpe Hamlet (NR1, NR7, NR3)
Area hub
Norfolk
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

What we are called out for in Thorpe Hamlet

Many baths we resurface have simply been well used, and only the surface is worn. The body of the bath is usually perfectly sound.

Clients usually contact us about:

  • A peeling or bubbling previous coating
  • Thin, worn enamel in places
  • Lots of chips and rust spots
  • An outdated colour you’d like to change

Comparing quotes

  • Aftercare advice
  • How the colour is matched
  • What preparation is included
  • When it can be used again

Our hiring checklist

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

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, then guarantee it for a year.

What your bath is made of matters

Pressed steel

Steel baths re-enamel well, once any rust has been treated. Steel frequently rusts by the plughole, so we check it carefully.

Cast iron

Re-enamelling suits cast iron baths perfectly. They’re built to last, and only the surface wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Thorpe Hamlet

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

If you manage property in Thorpe Hamlet, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we will come back with a combined price.

What a repair cannot fix

A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:

  • Steel that has corroded right through
  • A cast iron or steel bath that’s cracked right through
  • Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

Surfaces we repair

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

Repair or replace in Thorpe Hamlet?

Replacing a bath normally involves a plumber, a fitter and a tiler. Resurfacing is one technician, normally in a day, with the bath ready the day after. 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, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Why book with us

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • One price list for the whole UK
  • Most jobs done in one visit

Read our full price list and bath cost comparison.

How the visit works

Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes most of the day, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
  2. Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
  3. We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
  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.

Preparing for the visit

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Open a window if you can

Getting a price

Email us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Thorpe Hamlet, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

What affects the price in Thorpe Hamlet

Prices start from £350. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • The material
  • What kind of damage it is
  • How much damage there is
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.

How to get a fixed price

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath
  • Where you are, by postcode

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.

About Thorpe Hamlet

Thorpe Hamlet is about 1 mile south-east of Norwich, in Norfolk. Jobs in Thorpe Hamlet are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Thorpe Hamlet is one of 797 places in Norfolk where we work.

We cover every part of NR1, NR7 and NR3 and the streets around it. From Ella Road, Knox Road and Hardy Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Thorpe Hamlet is on the A1242, so it’s easy for us to reach. If you are just outside Thorpe Hamlet, we cover Riverside (1 mile south-west), Pockthorpe (1 mile north-west), Thorpe St Andrew (1 mile east), Heartsease (1 mile north-east) and Trowse Newton (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Wymondham (9 miles south-west), Attleborough (15 miles south-west), North Walsham (14 miles north), Hethersett (6 miles west), Cringleford (4 miles south-west) and Taverham (6 miles north-west).

Landmarks near Thorpe Hamlet

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Lion Wood, The Open Academy and Saint Matthew's Church. Nearby too are Lionwood Junior School (within half a mile north-west) and Cremorne House (under half a mile south). Thorpe Hamlet’s nearest station is Norwich station, roughly 0.6 miles south-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around John Jarrold Printing Museum (0.9 miles west) and Royal Arcade (1.1 miles west). For a walk, there’s Wensum Local Nature Reserve and Bargate.

Map of Thorpe Hamlet © OpenStreetMap contributors

Common questions in Thorpe Hamlet

How long does re-enamelling last?

It depends on preparation, use and care. With good preparation and gentle cleaning it lasts a long time, and our work is guaranteed for a year.

How quickly can you book me in?

That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.

Can you price it without visiting?

In nearly every case. If photos don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.

Do I have to be there?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You don’t need to watch us work.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.

Can you resurface a pink bath in white?

Yes, most people go for white. Mention the colour you want when you send photos.

Do you charge for travel?

Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.

Are you accredited?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

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