Cornwall · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Trelake, Cornwall
Damaged bath in Trelake? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
Bath re-enamelling in Trelake without replacing anything
When a bath is structurally fine but worn out on the surface, re-enamelling is generally the most cost-effective option. It avoids removal, plumbing and re-tiling. If you’re dealing with stains that won’t shift and worn patches where water runs and sits, we can usually put it right, on Victorian roll-tops, cast iron baths and acrylic baths alike.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Trelake (PL34)
- County
- Cornwall
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
FAQs for Trelake
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Will there be fumes?
A little, during the work. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Will the bath be moved?
No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so nothing else is disturbed.
How long does re-enamelling take?
Most baths are done in a day, ready the day after. We give you timings with the quote.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. Clear photos let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
What a repair can’t fix
Not everything can be repaired, and we would rather say so up front. We cannot fix:
- A bath that’s rusted through
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Trelake
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
The process
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll get on with it. The job generally runs to a full day, tidy-up included.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- 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.
- The bath is left to cure and can normally be used the following day.
How to prepare
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Let us know about parking or access
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Getting a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
Related advice
Looking after it afterwards
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Repair dripping taps early
- Never use suction bath mats
- Do not leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- Get any chip repaired quickly
Avoid hair dye, bath bombs and oils sitting on the surface, because they can mark the finish. Repair dripping taps promptly.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Prices start from £350. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The material and finish
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Send pictures for a quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- Details of any past repairs
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
If you are in Trelake and want a price, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Trelake
By the time a bath is a few decades old, it may have a mix of issues: worn patches, chips, rust spots and stains. Re-enamelling deals with all of them in one go.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Stains that won’t shift
- A coloured bath you want in white
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
Questions to ask before you book
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
Repairing versus replacing in Trelake
Replacing a bath can take several days across several trades. Re-enamelling is one technician, typically one day, and the bath is usable the day after. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Trelake
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- No extra charge for your area
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- A fixed quote before you book
Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Other services in Trelake
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Trelake and the surrounding area
Trelake is about 12 miles north of Bodmin, in Cornwall. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Trelake is one of 644 towns and villages in Cornwall where we work.
Every address in PL34 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Trelake: Treknow (1 mile north), Tintagel (1 mile north), Trenale (1 mile north-east), Bossiney (1 mile north) and Delabole (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bodmin (12 miles south), Wadebridge (10 miles south-west), Padstow (11 miles south-west), Camelford (3 miles south-east), Boscastle (4 miles north-east) and Port Isaac (5 miles south-west).
Near you in Trelake
Around Trelake, we work in homes near St Paul's Church and Tintagel Primary School and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Museum of Witchcraft and Magic (3.8 miles north-east) and Tintagel Castle (1.5 miles north). For a walk, there is Condolden.
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