Oxfordshire · England
Bath Re-enamelling in Tilehurst
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for homes and businesses in Tilehurst and across Oxfordshire. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A dull, rough surface that won’t come clean
- A coloured bath you want in white
About our bath re-enamelling in Tilehurst
We do not move the bath, so the taps, tiles and plumbing aren’t touched. It normally takes one visit, with the bath ready to use the following day. If you are dealing with lots of chips and rust spots and an outdated colour you’d like to change, we can normally put it right.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Oxfordshire.
- Area
- Tilehurst (RG31, RG30)
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we’re called out for in Tilehurst
Enamel’s shine is only skin deep, and abrasive cleaning slowly wears it away. After years of use, the surface becomes porous and stains easily.
People generally call us after spotting one of these:
- A roll-top that is seen better days
- Stains that won’t shift
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
What to look for in a quote
- If travel is included in the price
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- What preparation is included
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
What we do, step by step
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Allow most of the day from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.
- First we look the bath over and confirm the finish.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- Primer and finish coats are applied.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Preparing for the visit
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Get a quote
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Related advice
Landlord and trade work in Tilehurst
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.
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 Tilehurst
Tilehurst is about 3 miles west of Reading, in Oxfordshire. Across the RG31 area, a technician comes to you. We work in 443 places across Oxfordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 41 miles away.
Every address in RG31 and RG30 is covered. Local streets include Ash Road, Tyle Road and Riley Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we cover Tilehurst Within (1 mile south-east), Norcot (1 mile east), Little Heath (1 mile west), Horncastle (1 mile south-east) and Purley on Thames (1 mile north). Larger places within reach include Didcot (14 miles north-west), Henley-on-Thames (7 miles north-east), Benson (11 miles north), Wallingford (10 miles north-west), Great Western Park (14 miles north-west) and Watlington (13 miles north).
Landmarks near Tilehurst
Typical jobs here are in homes near Round Copse, The Butchers Arms and Tilehurst Methodist Church. Nearby too are Park Lane Primary School (under half a mile south-west) and Little Heath School (1.1 miles south-west). The closest station to Tilehurst is Tilehurst station, about 0.8 miles north. Further afield, we also cover the area around Battle Hospital (1.7 miles east) and Broad Street Mall (2.6 miles east). The countryside around Tilehurst includes South Lake and Moor Copse Nature Reserve.
When a repair is not the answer
Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- A bath that’s rusted through
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- The colour and finish to match
- How many areas need work
- What kind of damage it is
- What the surface is made of
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
How to get a fixed price
You can normally get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Details of any past repairs
- The material, if you know it
For a price in Tilehurst, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Questions from Tilehurst
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
How long does re-enamelling last?
That depends on preparation and how the bath is treated. With good preparation and gentle cleaning it lasts a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year.
Does the bath have to be removed?
No, it stays where it is. We work on the bath in place, with the room protected and ventilated.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes. Removing the old finish takes extra time, which we include in the price.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Normally one day, with the bath ready the next day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
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Repair or replace in Tilehurst?
If you like your bathroom but not your bath’s surface, resurfacing is the simplest answer. Nothing else is disturbed. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why Tilehurst clients choose us
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- One visit for most repairs
- Same prices wherever you are
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
See our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
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 then the old filler has to be removed first.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
