Cornwall · England
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Whitecross, Cornwall
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Whitecross and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- A coating lifting around the plughole
Whitecross and nearby
Whitecross is about 4 miles north-east of Penzance, in Cornwall. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Whitecross is one of 644 towns and villages in Cornwall where we work.
Every address in TR20 is covered. Jobs here include addresses on Gilly Lane and Parc Shady. We also cover the places around Whitecross: Cockwells (1 mile south-west), Canon's Town (1 mile north-east), Crowlas (1 mile south-west), Rose-an-Grouse (1 mile north-east) and Ludgvan (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Camborne (9 miles north-east), Redruth (12 miles north-east), Penzance (4 miles south-west), Helston (10 miles south-east), Hayle (3 miles north-east) and St Ives (4 miles north).
Local landmarks in Whitecross
Our customers here include homes close to Ludgvan School and Star Inn, among other places. The nearest railway station is St Erth station, about 1.4 miles north-east. A little further out are St Michael's Mount Castle (3 miles south) and Age Of Steam (0.9 miles south-west). The countryside around Whitecross includes Trink Hill and Marazion Marsh RSPB Reserve.
- Other local spots include Penwith (2.7 miles west)
Bath re-enamelling in Whitecross without replacing anything
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and acrylic baths can be resurfaced too. The result is a smooth, even, glossy finish. We’re frequently asked to fix thin, worn enamel in places and chips and rust in more than one place, on basins & shower trays, Victorian roll-tops and acrylic baths.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Where
- Whitecross (TR20)
- County
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Whitecross
Older baths often have several problems at once: worn patches, chips, rust spots and stains. Resurfacing sorts them out together.
Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- Wear marks under the taps
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
What to look for in a quote
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:
- The material
- Access to the area
- The type of damage
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Getting a price from photos
When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Any details about the material
- Natural light rather than flash
- Something in shot to show the size
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
For a price in Whitecross, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Looking after it afterwards
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
Give the finish its full curing time before using the bath. After that, a soft cloth and washing-up liquid is all it needs.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
Why repair rather than replace?
There are times replacing is better: if the bath is cracked through, if you want a different size or shape, or if you’re refitting the entire room anyway. Otherwise, resurfacing generally wins. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why us?
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- No need to remove anything
Read our prices page and bath cost comparison.
Also near Whitecross
What else we do in Whitecross
When a repair is not the answer
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before you book.
What we work on
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
Repairs by material
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. They’re built to last, and only the surface wears, so a new finish makes them look new again.
Pressed steel
Steel baths re-enamel well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Steel frequently rusts by the plughole, so we check it carefully.
How it works
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes the best part of a day. If anything looks different from your photos, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.
- The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
- The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
- The bath is left to cure and can usually be used the day after.
Before we arrive
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Open a window if you can
How to get a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can price the job.
Advice
Landlord and trade work in Whitecross
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Whitecross use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit.
Whitecross: your questions answered
What happens next?
You will get a fixed quote back. You are under no obligation.
Can you make a coloured bath white?
Yes. We can resurface a coloured bath in white, and the basin and toilet can be done too.
Will the new finish last?
A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
How long will the bath be out of use?
Usually one day, with the bath ready the day after. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
Is there a smell?
Yes, while we’re applying the finish. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
