Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling for Boswall homes
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing for homeowners, landlords and businesses in Boswall. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Boswall
We don’t move the bath, so the taps, tiles and plumbing aren’t touched. It normally takes one visit, and can be used again the next day. If you are dealing with an old resurfacing that’s failing and lots of chips and rust spots, we can normally put it right.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Edinburgh.
- Location
- Boswall (EH5, EH3, EH4)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair isn’t the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- Steel that has corroded right through
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Basins & shower trays
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
Towns and villages near Boswall
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For landlords and businesses
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that’s the part we put right.
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Repairs to cracks are reinforced from the back.
What affects the price in Boswall
Resurfacing from £350. We don’t charge extra for travel to Boswall. The price depends on:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Doing more than one item at once
- The type of damage
The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Getting a price from photos
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- The material, if you know it
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Natural light rather than flash
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us photos through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
Questions from Boswall
Is there a smell?
Some odour is normal while we spray, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It clears as the finish cures.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted.
Is it messy?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.
Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send photos.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
Can you re-enamel a roll-top bath?
Yes, frequently. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
How to look after the repair
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Dry the bath after use if possible, and rinse off any bath products.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and any rust spreads underneath. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
The process
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and tidy away. Allow a full day. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- We mask and protect the room and ventilate it.
- Next we degrease the bath and fix chips and rust spots.
- The surface is prepared and a bonding primer applied.
- We spray on the new enamel finish in several coats.
- We leave it to cure, and it’s usually ready the following day.
How to prepare
- Ensure the area is dry
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
How to get a price
Email us pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Boswall, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Covering Boswall
Boswall is about 1 mile north-west of Bellevue, in Edinburgh. We visit clients in Boswall and nearby villages, so there’s no workshop to go to. Our technicians cover 175 places across Edinburgh.
Jobs in EH5, EH3 and EH4 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Ferry Road, Wardie Road and Granton Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. You will find Boswall on the A903, so it’s easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Granton (1 mile west), Goldenacre (1 mile south-east), Inverleith (1 mile south), Trinity (1 mile east) and Pilton (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Sciennes (3 miles south-east), Merchiston (3 miles south), Newington (3 miles south-east), Queensferry (7 miles west), Burgh Muir (3 miles south-east) and Lochend (3 miles south-east).
Landmarks near Boswall
In Boswall, that means homes near Stockbridge public library, Granton Congregational Church and Broughton High School. Nearby too are Old Chain Pier pub (0.7 miles north-east), Trinity Academy (1 mile east) and Starbank Park (0.8 miles north-east). Boswall’s nearest station is Edinburgh Waverley station, roughly 1.9 miles south-east. Well-known places in the area include Newhaven Heritage Museum (1 mile east) and Western General Hospital (1 mile south-west). Open spaces near Boswall include Dunsapie Loch and Corstorphine Hill.
Can I fix it myself?
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
Why repair rather than replace?
Getting a cast iron bath out is hard work: it’s very heavy, may need breaking up, and the replacement can be costly. Re-enamelling avoids all of it. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why book with us
- We leave the room as we found it
- One visit for most repairs
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
See our pricing and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
