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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Trewen, Cornwall

We travel to Trewen for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Chips and rust in more than one place
  • Wear marks under the taps
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath re-enamelling in Trewen

Bath re-enamelling in Trewen without replacing anything

The bath stays where it is, so your taps, tiles and plumbing are left alone. Most baths are done in one visit, and can be used again the day after. Whether it’s chips and rust in more than one place and thin, worn enamel in places, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.

You’re covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.

Where
Trewen (TR11)
Area hub
Cornwall
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Price
From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old basin refinished to bright white

How it works

When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a full day. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
  2. We clean and degrease the bath and repair any chips or rust.
  3. The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
  4. We spray several coats of new enamel finish.
  5. We leave it to cure, and it’s typically ready the next day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Get a quote

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

Repairs by material

Acrylic

Acrylic baths can be resurfaced too, using a system that bonds to acrylic. The bath needs to be firm and well supported.

Roll-top and period baths

Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.

Do you need bath re-enamelling in Trewen?

Enamel wears gradually. Years of cleaning, hard water and hot baths wear the gloss away, normally first under the taps and around the waste.

Get in touch if you’ve noticed:

  • A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
  • Stains that will not shift
  • A bath in a colour that no longer suits
  • Chips and rust in more than one place

What to look for in a quote

  • What prep work is covered
  • What happens if they find more damage
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • How long it needs to cure

Choosing a repair company

Looking after it afterwards

Aftercare is simple:

  • Do not let dyes or oils sit on the finish
  • Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
  • Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
  • Don’t leave a chip unrepaired

The first few days matter most: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. From then on, avoid abrasives and suction mats.

Rust spots on a worn bath get worse with time. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.

Trewen questions

Can you re-enamel a roll-top bath?

Yes, often. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.

How quickly can you book me in?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

What information do you need?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.

How durable is a resurfaced bath?

A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Avoid abrasive cleaners and suction mats.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

What areas do you cover?

All of Cornwall, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.

Can a failed resurfacing be redone?

Normally, yes. We strip the failing coating and resurface it properly. Tell us about it when you ask for a quote.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.

Landlord and trade work in Trewen

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Repair or replace in Trewen?

When the bathroom is fine apart from the bath’s finish, re-enamelling is the least disruptive fix. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Prices start from £350. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

What you get with us

  • No extra charge for your area
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Nothing taken out or refitted

Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.

Where we work around Trewen

Trewen is about 1 mile south-west of Falmouth, in Cornwall. Whether you’re in the middle of Trewen or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.

All of TR11 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes on Trewen Road and Parc Stephney and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Trewen: Budock Water (1 mile north), Bareppa (1 mile south), Carlidnack (1 mile south), Mawnan Smith (2 miles south) and Kernick (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Truro (9 miles north), Camborne (10 miles north-west), Redruth (8 miles north-west), Helston (8 miles west), Hayle (14 miles west) and Rosewarne (10 miles north-west).

Landmarks near Trewen

In Trewen, that means homes near Falmouth School, Church of Saint Budock and St Francis CofE Primary School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Penmere station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Penryn Museum (1.9 miles north) and St Mawes Castle (3.7 miles east).

Map of Trewen © OpenStreetMap contributors

When we would advise against a repair

It helps to know what we can’t do:

  • An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
  • Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
  • Leaks from fittings rather than the bath

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.

Surfaces we repair

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