Roll Top Bath Restoration

Internal and outside cast with be restored as per the below process, but will retain all its unique and original cast and moulding imperfections – they are old baths and some will have more than others
Your Victorian or Edwardian cast iron roll top bath, our expert restoration
Full range of exterior Dulux Satinwood ‘Heritage’ colours or your own colour choice. We recommend oil based paints
Full restoration or internal only
Also offer flat top baths and panelled bath restoration service
Your original brassware can be refurbished to match your newly restored bath
Highly competitive
Nationwide door-to-door collection and return – to be confirmed
Overseas deliveries can be discussed, but in the main will have to be arranged by the client with our assistance

Do you own an original cast iron roll top bath that needs professionally restoring? Our expert craftsman will ensure a superb restoration bespoke to your needs. Due to the exhaustive process, this has to occur on-site at our Ivybridge workshop. This generally takes a minimum 4 weeks, but can take up to 8 weeks, depending on the requirements and the weather conditions and drying times. We will update you at all times with our progress, supplying photos of the various stages. Once the bath is near to completion, then delivery, by your chosen means, will be organised.

We encourage our customers to call in a view your bath during this process, but understand that it is not always possible, hence the photos to keep you informed of the changes.

Occasionally issues may arise with these lovely baths – they are original, antique and aged, however we will always discuss this with you, presenting possible solutions and options.

For clarification on charges, delivery and expectations, please feel free to contact us to discuss.

Roll top cast iron bath restoration process

STEP 1

The exterior of the bath and feet are stripped to the metal to remove the existing paint and any rust deposits. Note that any casting ‘imperfections’ will remain as part of the original molding, unless discussed further.

Lisieux French Double End Bath with outside primer on

STEP 2

A metal primer is applied to the exterior surface of the bath and feet.

STEP 3

The interior of the bath is etched at a suitable level providing a key for the primer layers and enamel layers

Etched cast iron bath ready for restoring

STEP 4

Imperfections in the baths surface, mainly the base of the bath and any cracks, chips etc, are repaired and any modifications, such as removal or adding in tap holes, are made at this point

STEP 5

An epoxy primer is applied and left to cure for 48 hours

STEP 6

A second coat of epoxy primer is applied and any areas re sanded in readiness for the enamel surfaces

STEP 7

The polyurethane-based enamel coat is applied

STEP 8

The polyurethane-based enamel coat is applied for the second time and left to cure over the next 48-72 hours

STEP 9

The exterior of the bath can then be completed, with the customers desired finish – either a recoat of the primer, or finished in their colour choice for the body and feet. We recommend an oil based satinwood for durability and can help with the many paint options out there

STEP 10

The bath is now lightly polished and prepared for delivery , or for the customer to collect

STEP 11

The exterior of the bath can then be completed with another coat of metal primer and, if required, two coats of a colour of your choice. (with 24 hours between coats). We recommend Dulux Satin Wood, (oil based).