Orkney Islands · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling in Abune-the-Hill
Damaged bath in Abune-the-Hill? We repair it in place, mix the colour on the day and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Abune-the-Hill
Most baths are re-enamelled in a day. Taps, tiles, panels and plumbing all stay in place. If you are dealing with an old resurfacing that’s failing and enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough, we can typically put it right.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Abune-the-Hill and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Where
- Abune-the-Hill (KW17)
- Area hub
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlords, agents and businesses in Abune-the-Hill
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Abune-the-Hill as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it typically costs far less than a refit.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in the Orkney Islands and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Other services in Abune-the-Hill
FAQs for Abune-the-Hill
Does re-enamelling smell?
Yes, while we are applying the finish. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
Is there a call-out fee?
There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Can you re-enamel a roll-top bath?
Yes. Inside and out.
What do you need from me?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No. We resurface it in place, so nothing else is disturbed.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before.
Abune-the-Hill and nearby
Abune-the-Hill is about 15 miles north-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Abune-the-Hill is one of 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands where we work.
All of KW17 is covered. Nearby, we also work in The Barony (2 miles west), Evie (5 miles east), Dounby (5 miles south), Skeabrae (5 miles south) and Scarwell (6 miles south-west). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so it’s best to call first.
What’s near Abune-the-Hill
Other landmarks nearby include Earl's Palace (3 miles west) and Kirbuster Farm Museum (2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Birsay moors RSPB Reserve and Hundland Hill.
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:
- How many items we do on one visit
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The size and number of damaged areas
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Quotes from your photos
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Any details about the material
- Natural light rather than flash
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
Most clients in Abune-the-Hill get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
What a repair can’t fix
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- A metal bath with a through crack
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- A bath that’s rusted through
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Abune-the-Hill
- Pressed steel baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
Do you need bath re-enamelling in Abune-the-Hill?
A dull surface stains and holds dirt, and cleaning harder only makes it worse. That’s the point where re-enamelling makes sense.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
Comparing quotes
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
The process
We work cleanly and quietly. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes the best part of a day. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the next day.
How to prepare
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Make sure the area is dry
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price.
Advice
Should you replace it?
Replacement only makes sense in a few cases: if the bath is cracked through, if you want a different size or shape, or if you are refitting the entire room anyway. In most other cases, resurfacing is the better choice. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.
Why Abune-the-Hill clients choose us
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
Read our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Keeping it looking good
So the finish stays in good condition for years:
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Do not leave bottles, razors or sponges standing on the surface
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Fix dripping taps quickly
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, as they can stain. Fix dripping taps quickly.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It removes more of the surface and makes resurfacing more work.
Different materials, different repairs
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
