Bournemouth · England
Bath Re-enamelling in West Cliff
Bath re-enamelling for West Cliff, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
Bath re-enamelling in West Cliff without replacing anything
We re-enamel plenty of period and roll-top baths, which would be difficult and expensive to replace. Doing them in place keeps an original feature. Typical jobs include enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough and several chips and rust patches, on acrylic baths, cast iron baths and Victorian roll-tops.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Area
- West Cliff (BH2, BH1, BH4)
- County
- Bournemouth
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
We turn up when we said we would, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your photos first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. Most visits take a full day, and we leave the room as we found it.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- We clean and degrease the bath and repair any chips or rust.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- We spray several coats of new enamel finish.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s generally ready the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Ask for a price
For a price in West Cliff, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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How to look after the repair
After the repair has cured, a few habits help it last:
- Do not leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
Stick to mild, non-abrasive cleaners, don’t use suction bath mats, and don’t leave bottles or razors standing on the surface.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
Different materials, different repairs
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Prices start from £350. Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- What kind of damage it is
- How much damage there is
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What the surface is made of
Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Getting a price from pictures
Two or three clear photos are generally enough. Try to include:
- What it’s made of, if you know
- One picture of the entire bath
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Most clients in West Cliff get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
West Cliff questions
What happens if you find more damage?
We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
How quickly can you book me in?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Do you work in West Cliff?
Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to West Cliff and the rest of Bournemouth. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You get a fixed price and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
Common problems we fix in West Cliff
Once enamel loses its gloss, it stains more easily, and scrubbing it wears it down further. At that stage, resurfacing is the fix.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A coloured bath you want in white
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
Comparing quotes
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- When it can be used again
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Who will actually do the work
What a repair cannot fix
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- Problems we can’t see until an old finish comes off
- A metal bath with a through crack
- A bath that is rusted through
If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.
Materials we work on in West Cliff
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
Should you replace it?
Replacing a bath normally involves a plumber, a fitter and a tiler. Resurfacing is one technician, normally in a day, and the bath can be used the day after. Prices start from £350. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
What you get with us
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Nothing taken out or refitted
Take a look at our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Our work in West Cliff
West Cliff is about 2 miles south of Bournemouth, in Bournemouth. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. West Cliff is one of 20 places in Bournemouth where we work.
All of BH2, BH1 and BH4 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. That includes homes on Bath Road, The Square and Exeter Road. We also travel to Richmond Hill (1 mile north-east), Lansdowne (1 mile north-east), Westbourne (1 mile west), East Cliff (1 mile east) and Meyrick Park (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Muscliff (3 miles north), Pokesdown (3 miles east), Redhill (3 miles north), Ensbury Park (3 miles north), West Howe (3 miles north-west) and Strouden Park (3 miles north-east).
Near you in West Cliff
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Winton Academy and Meyrick Park, among other places. Other local landmarks include Unitarian Church (under half a mile north-west), Talbot Heath School (1.3 miles north-west) and Moon in the Square pub (within half a mile north). The closest station to West Cliff is Bournemouth station, about 1.1 miles north-east. Nearby you will also find Bournemouth (less than half a mile west) and Brownsea Castle (3.9 miles south-west). Not far away are St Catherine's Hill.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
