Derbyshire · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Unthank, Derbyshire
Bath re-enamelling across Unthank and nearby, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
Common problems we fix in Unthank
Many baths we resurface have simply been well used. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is usually as strong as ever.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
- Wear marks under the taps
Comparing quotes
- How soon you can use it again
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- How to look after the finish
About our bath re-enamelling in Unthank
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. The result is a smooth, even, glossy finish. Our repair technicians work on pressed steel baths, cast iron baths and acrylic baths, and common reasons people contact us are worn patches where water runs and sits and an outdated colour you’d like to change.
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
- Where
- Unthank (S18)
- County
- Derbyshire
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Keeping it looking good
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:
- Do not leave a chip unrepaired
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
Rinse the bath and wipe it over after use, especially in hard water areas, so limescale cannot build up.
On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading and make the job bigger. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.
How the visit works
Arrival times are agreed in advance. Once we’re there, the work takes a full day for most jobs. The room is left tidy and you will know when it can be used.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures until the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Keep a parking space free if you can
Ask for a price
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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Also in Unthank
Landlords, agents and businesses in Unthank
For anyone letting property in or around Unthank, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
Honest limits
A repair is not always the answer, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs will not solve:
- Steel that has corroded right through
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- A cast iron or steel bath that’s cracked right through
If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think before you book.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
What bath re-enamelling costs
Resurfacing from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How easy the damage is to reach
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
How to get a fixed quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Upload pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Unthank, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Our work in Unthank
Unthank is about 3 miles south-west of Dronfield, in Derbyshire. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Unthank is one of 532 towns and villages in Derbyshire we cover. You can also see our page for Manchester, about 31 miles away.
All of S18 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Unthank include Millthorpe (1 mile north-east), Horsleygate (1 mile north), Lydgate (1 mile north), Rumbling Street (1 mile south-east) and Cartledge (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Chesterfield (5 miles south-east), Buxton (15 miles west), Dronfield (3 miles north-east), Bolsover (11 miles east), Staveley (8 miles east) and Matlock (10 miles south).
Around Unthank
Around Unthank, we work in homes near Royal Oak pub and Penny Acres Primary School and the streets around them. Unthank’s nearest station is Dronfield station, roughly 3.2 miles north-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Castle Hill (4.8 miles west) and Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet (3.7 miles north). Open spaces near Unthank include Blacka Moor Nature Reserve and Totley Moor.
Unthank: your questions answered
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
What happens after I send photos?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, generally with dates to choose from. There’s no obligation to book.
Will the bath be moved?
No, it stays where it is. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room masked and ventilated.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Most of the time. Tell us what was done before and we’ll plan for it.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
How long will the bath be out of use?
One day for most baths and can be used the day after. We will confirm timings when we quote.
Will it make a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
Can I fix it myself?
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
Repair or replace: which is better?
There are times replacing is better: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. In most other cases, resurfacing is the better choice. Prices start from £350. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Unthank
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Read our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
