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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Broughton, Edinburgh

Damaged bath in Broughton? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Brown or grey marks that don’t clean off
  • A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need bath re-enamelling in Broughton?

How we handle bath re-enamelling in Broughton

Re-enamelling is a one-day job for most baths. Nothing is disconnected or removed. Common call-outs are for a coating lifting around the plughole and several chips and rust patches, on Victorian roll-tops, pressed steel baths and acrylic baths.

We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.

Before and after: an old basin refinished to bright white
Where
Broughton (EH7, EH1, EH3)
Area hub
Edinburgh
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Price
From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

FAQs for Broughton

Does the bath have to be removed?

No, it stays where it is. We work on the bath in place, with the room masked and ventilated.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.

How long does re-enamelling last?

It depends on preparation, use and care. With good preparation and gentle cleaning it lasts a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year.

Is it messy?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we will plan for it.

When can you do it?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.

Can you quote from photos?

In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.

Common problems we fix in Broughton

Older baths often have several problems at once: worn patches, chips, rust spots and stains. Re-enamelling deals with all of them in one go.

If you can see any of these, send us a photo:

  • A bath in a colour that no longer suits
  • A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
  • Several chips and rust patches
  • An old resurfacing that’s failing

What your quote should include

  • How the room is protected while they work
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • If travel is included in the price
  • Whether they match the colour on site

Choosing a repair company

Work for landlords and builders

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit.

For anyone letting property in or around Broughton, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we will price them together.

Broughton and nearby

Broughton is about 1 mile north-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Jobs in Broughton are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Broughton is one of 175 places in Edinburgh where we work.

Postcode districts we cover here: EH7, EH1 and EH3. Local streets include York Lane, Meuse Lane and Canon Lane, all of which we cover. You’ll find Broughton on the A900, so it’s easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Gayfield (1 mile north-east), Greenside (1 mile south-east), Bellevue (1 mile north-west), New Town (1 mile west) and Canonmills (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Queensferry (8 miles west), South Portobello (3 miles east), Southhouse (4 miles south), Gilmerton (4 miles south-east), Muirhouse (3 miles west) and Slateford (3 miles south-west). Being one of Edinburgh’s larger places, Broughton sees plenty of our work.

Near you in Broughton

Our customers here include homes close to Free Church College, Public House and King George V Park and the streets around them. Nearby too are Edinburgh (within half a mile west), McDonald Road Library (under half a mile north-east), London Street Primary School (under half a mile north) and Drummond Community High School (less than half a mile north). Broughton has its own railway station: Edinburgh Waverley station. Other landmarks nearby include Victorian Pharmacy Museum (within half a mile south-west) and St. James Centre (under half a mile south). Not far away are Salisbury Crags and The New Leaf Co-op.

  • Churches close by include St Cuthbert's Church (0.9 miles south-west)
Map of Broughton © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we cannot put right

In fairness, there are a few things a repair will not fix:

  • A bath that’s rusted through
  • Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
  • Leaks from fittings rather than the bath

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.

Materials we work on in Broughton

  • Victorian roll-tops
  • Basins & shower trays
  • Acrylic baths
  • Pressed steel baths
  • Cast iron baths

Different materials, different repairs

Acrylic

Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it relies on good support. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

Roll-top and period baths

Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.

How it works

The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we are there. Protection goes down first, then the job itself takes a full day. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. First we look the bath over and confirm the finish.
  2. Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
  3. The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
  4. We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
  5. The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Let us know about parking or access

Ask for a price

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can price the job without visiting.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

DIY kit or professional repair?

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.

What affects the price in Broughton

Resurfacing from £350. There is no area surcharge for Broughton. The price reflects:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • What the surface is made of
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.

How to get a fixed price

Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • Any details about the material
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Where you are, by postcode

For a price in Broughton, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Aftercare tips

Aftercare is simple, and it makes a real difference:

  • Store bottles off the bath
  • Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Do not use the bath until it has fully cured
  • Have chips seen to early

Dry the bath after use if possible, and rinse off any bath products.

Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It just wears the enamel further.

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