Highland · Scotland
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Auchtertyre, Highland
Bath re-enamelling in and around Auchtertyre: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Auchtertyre
We clean, repair and prime the bath before spraying the new finish. The preparation is what makes it last, so we don’t cut corners on it. We work on acrylic baths, pressed steel baths and basins & shower trays, and the jobs we see most are a coloured bath you want in white and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. Just call us if there is a problem and we will sort it.
- Location
- Auchtertyre (IV40)
- County
- Highland
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Auchtertyre: your questions answered
Can landlords book you?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Do you work in Auchtertyre?
We do. Technicians travel to Auchtertyre from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work. It fades as everything cures.
Can you fix a peeling bath coating?
Yes. Removing the old finish takes extra time, which we include in the price.
How long does re-enamelling last?
That depends on preparation and how the bath is treated. With good preparation and gentle cleaning it lasts a long time, and our work is guaranteed for a year.
How long does re-enamelling take?
Generally one day, with the bath ready the following day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Does re-enamelling smell?
There is some smell while the coating is applied, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the finish cures.
Should you replace it?
A refit takes several trades and several days. Re-enamelling takes one technician and normally one day, with the bath ready the next day. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Auchtertyre
- Everything repaired in place
- No extra charge for your area
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Looking after it afterwards
Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. A few tips:
- Have chips seen to early
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs right away
- Don’t use the bath until it has fully cured
- Repair dripping taps early
Rinse the bath and wipe it over after use, especially in hard water areas, so limescale can’t build up.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and rust spots spread under the surface. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
Landlord and trade work in Auchtertyre
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
If you manage property in Auchtertyre, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll price them together.
Also in Auchtertyre
Where we work around Auchtertyre
Auchtertyre is in Highland. Jobs in Auchtertyre are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. Auchtertyre is one of 253 places in Highland we cover.
Our repair technicians cover all of IV40. Being close to the A87, Auchtertyre is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Auchtertyre: Reraig (1 mile west), Balmacara (2 miles west), Dornie (3 miles east), Carndu (3 miles east) and Bundalloch (4 miles east). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
Near you in Auchtertyre
We visit homes around Lochalsh Parish Church and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Duncraig station, about 3.9 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Eilean Donan Castle (2.9 miles east). The countryside around Auchtertyre includes Loch a' Ghlinne Dhuirch and Glas Bheinn.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. We charge the same across the UK, including Auchtertyre. The price reflects:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Access to the area
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
How to get a fixed quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Details of any past repairs
- One picture of the whole bath
To get a price, send two or three pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will say immediately whether it can be repaired.
When to call us in Auchtertyre
The gloss on enamel is thin, and abrasive cleaning slowly wears it away. After years of use, the surface becomes porous and stains easily.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
What to look for in a quote
- How the colour is matched
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
The process
Here’s how a visit usually runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Plan for most of the day. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and how to care for it.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- Primer and finish coats are applied.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Let us know about parking or access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Getting a price
Most customers in Auchtertyre get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
