Sunderland · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Tunstall, Sunderland
We travel to Tunstall for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- A coloured bath you want in white
Bath re-enamelling in Tunstall, done in place
We resurface cast iron, steel and acrylic baths, including roll-tops and period baths. The finish is sprayed on in several coats over a bonding primer, after the bath has been cleaned, repaired and keyed. Whether it’s an old resurfacing that’s failing and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Area
- Tunstall (SR3, SR2)
- County
- Sunderland
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
About Tunstall
Tunstall is about 2 miles south of Sunderland, in Sunderland. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Tunstall is one of 75 places in Sunderland we cover. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 13 miles away.
Our repair technicians cover all of SR3 and SR2 and the streets around it. Whether you live on Blind Lane, Orr Avenue and Quarry Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. If you are just outside Tunstall, we cover Ryhope (1 mile south-east), Burdon (1 mile south), Seaton (2 miles south), Northlea (3 miles south-east) and New Seaham (3 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Washington (6 miles west), Houghton-le-Spring (4 miles south-west), Fulwell (4 miles north), Hetton-le-Hole (4 miles south-west), Hylton Castle (4 miles north-west) and Pennywell (3 miles north-west).
What’s near Tunstall
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St. Mary's Roman Catholic School, St Leonard's Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School and Barnes Park and the streets around them. You’ll also find St Matthew's (0.8 miles west) and Venerable Bede Church of England Academy (1.1 miles east). For rail, the closest station is Sunderland station, about 2.2 miles north of the centre. Nearby you will also find Hylton Castle (4 miles north-west) and East and Middle Herrington (2 miles west). Not far away are WWT Washington and Warden Law.
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, and rinse away any product left on the surface.
Rust spots on a worn bath get worse with time and make the job bigger. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.
Landlord and trade work in Tunstall
If you manage property in Tunstall, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we will price them together.
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
Should you replace it?
A refit takes several trades and several days. Re-enamelling takes one technician and typically one day, and the bath can be used the day after. 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.
Why Tunstall clients choose us
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Usually one visit, start to finish
See our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Nearby places to Tunstall
What else we do in Tunstall
What affects the price in Tunstall
Resurfacing from £350. We give every job a fixed price from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- Access to the area
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How many items we do on one visit
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Send pictures for a quote
You can take the photos on your phone, there’s no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:
- Something in shot to show the size
- The material, if you know it
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- One sharp close-up of the damage
Email us a photo of the damage and one of the entire item, with your SR3 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
How it works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take most of the day, and you can get on with other things while we are there.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- We remove the masking, tidy up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Get a quote
To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in Tunstall
The gloss on enamel is thin, and every scrub with an abrasive cleaner takes a little away. After years of use, the surface becomes porous and stains easily.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- An old resurfacing that is failing
Comparing quotes
- What preparation is included
- What aftercare is recommended
- How your room will be protected
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
FAQs for Tunstall
Can you price it without visiting?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures cannot show what we need.
How do I book?
Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Do you work in Tunstall?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to Tunstall and the rest of Sunderland. Send pictures and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes: twelve months. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
