Your Questions Answered.

Q)  My bath is in a very poor condition.The Surface is chipped and worn away in places. It is rough to the touch and has areas of rust. How will it look after your process?

A)  As near as possible to a new bath. All chipped rusty and worn areas will be treated prior to re-coating. Sometimes a bath has been badly etched by chemical cleaners or even water standing for a long period of time. This etching / contouring can show as lines running down the sides or along the base of the bath. In this instance when we perform our coating process the original vitreous enamel has been damaged and this etching/contouring may still be noticeable. Most customers prefer this finish as it is part of the character of the bath. However if you do wish to have any etched/contouring areas as smooth as possible you would need to let us know. This etching can be corrected by means of an additional process which is carried out over a two or three day period thus incurring additional cost.

Q)   Do you cover my area?

A)  We operate throughout  Norfolk Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.

Q)  What does it cost to Re-coat a bath?

A) The price is dependent on several different criteria ie style of bath, current colour of bath, proposed colour of bath, weather your bath is cast-iron pressed steel or acrylic? Has it been previously resurfacd? For an aproximate price  click here or for an accurate no obligation quotation contact us .

Q)   Will my bath need to be removed for           recoating?

A) No. We come to you and the bath is re-coated in situ (Please note not the garage or outbuildings!!).

In order to get the best possible finish we need to work in a dry and near dust free environment, we recommend that the coating of your bath be amongst the last jobs in the bathroom refurbishment leaving only the flooring, final emulsion/wall paper along with the bath sealant, taps, waste and overflow (if removed) being fitted. Please ensure taps and shower where fitted are not dripping.

Q) How long will it take to re-coat my bath?

A) It takes about 5 to 6 hours to re-coat a standard bath that hasnt been previously treated.

Q) I am not sure what Style of bath i have.

A) There are many styles of bath. You can either  take a look here to identify the most popular styles or you can send us a photograph.

Q) How soon can I use my bath after re-coating?

A) Under most circumstances your bath is back in use after only 24 hours.
 

Q)  Are there any smells, odours or dust associated with the re-coating?

A) We seal off the bathroom and use an extractor whilst the work is being carried out so very little odour or dust escapes the bathroom during the process. However as with any solvent based products there is a significant odour present which rapidly diminishes during the drying process.
 

Q)  Will my bath taps, waste and overflow have to be removed?

A)  No, just one of the advantage's of re-coating is to save you the high cost of plumbing. We will not damage your existing bath taps, waste or overflow. However if your taps are dripping, or you are thinking of changing your taps, waste or overflow they should be removed prior to resurfacing and the new ones fitted no less than 24 hours after completion.

Q)  I have just redecorated my bathroom will your operator take care when re-coating my bath?

A)  Yes. Your tiles, decor and flooring will be protected during the re-coating process. We do need to mask off the surrounding area using low tac masking tape. This may present a problem with some loose permeable coverings ie wallpaper, emulsion etc.

Q)  I am re-designing my bathroom. It will involve substantial building work e.g. plastering, new floor, moving of toilet & wash hand basin, new window, door etc. Should I have my bath resurfaced before, during or after this work?

a) We will not work in building site conditions.

In order to get the best possible finish we need to work in a dry and near dust free environment,not only in the bathroom but also the adjacent rooms or hall way's, we recommend that the coating of your bath be amongst the last jobs in the bathroom refurbishment.

The best time to coat your bath is after the building and tiling has been completed but before the decoratos move in.

Q)  I am re-tiling my bathroom walls, should I have my bath re-coated before or after?

A)  After. We won't damage your new tiles, although dripped grout, dropped tools or tiles will damage a bath either new or coated. We ask that the final sealant between the tiles and the edge of the bath is applied no less than 24 hours after completion.
 

Q)  How do I clean and maintain a re-coated bath?

A)  The same as a new bath useing a non abrasive cream or liquid non bleach based cleaner or bathroom mousse (always follow manufactures instructions). In our opinion the best and most efective product is a detergent.

Do not allow your taps to drip and wipe away any excess standing water. visit aftercare. 

Q)  How long does a coated bath last?

A) The average life expectancy of a coated bath with the correct after care is about 10 years. We have come across some  baths that we coated over 20 years ago that are still going strong. Another of the advantages of bath coating is that when the surface eventually starts to look worn it can be coated again and again adding many years of service to any bath.
 

Q) What should I do prior to your operator’s arrival?

A)  All we ask is that you check that your taps and  shower are not dripping, ensure the walls of your bathroom are in a sound condition with no dust or debris and finaly remove any toiletries and personal items from the bathroom.