East Lothian · Scotland
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Dovecote, East Lothian
Full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing at your home in Dovecote, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
- Chips and rust in more than one place
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Dovecote
Re-enamelling is a one-day job for most baths, with the bath ready to use the following day. Nothing is disconnected or removed. We work on acrylic baths, pressed steel baths and Victorian roll-tops, and common reasons people get in touch are thin, worn enamel in places and a coating lifting around the plughole.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover.
- Where
- Dovecote (EH41)
- Region
- East Lothian
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairs by material
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.
Common questions in Dovecote
Are there extra charges for Dovecote?
There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we will quote them together.
Will there be fumes?
A little, during the work. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we take our waste away with us.
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
What do you need from me?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the entire bath and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
How durable is a resurfaced bath?
That depends on preparation and how the bath is treated. With good preparation and gentle cleaning it lasts a long time, and it’s guaranteed for a year.
Which areas do you work in?
All of East Lothian, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
When we would advise against a repair
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- An acrylic bath that flexes badly underfoot
- A cast iron or steel bath that’s cracked right through
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we work on in Dovecote
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
How we price bath re-enamelling
Prices start from £350. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- How many items we do on one visit
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What kind of damage it is
- How much damage there is
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
How to get a fixed quote
Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Something in shot to show the size
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Any details about the material
If you’re in Dovecote and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
When to call us in Dovecote
A dull surface stains and holds dirt, and scrubbing it wears it down further. That’s the point where re-enamelling makes sense.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- Chips and rust in more than one place
What to look for in a quote
- How the room is protected while they work
- If travel is included in the price
- Aftercare advice
- What prep work is covered
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
Covering Dovecote
Dovecote is about 1 mile south-west of Haddington, in East Lothian. Whether you are in the middle of Dovecote or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 48 towns and villages across East Lothian, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 16 miles away.
Our visits in EH41 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Neighbouring places we cover include Haddington (1 mile north-east), Bolton (2 miles south), Gladsmuir (3 miles west), Athelstaneford (3 miles north-east) and East Saltoun (4 miles south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Musselburgh (10 miles west), Dunbar (11 miles east), Tranent (6 miles west), North Berwick (8 miles north), Prestonpans (7 miles west) and Cockenzie and Port Seton (6 miles west).
Near you in Dovecote
We visit homes around Plough Tavern, West Parish Kirk and Tower and Knox Academy, among other places. The nearest railway station is Drem station, about 3.9 miles north. A little further out are John Gray Centre Museum (0.8 miles north-east) and Roodlands General Hospital (0.5 miles north). Open spaces near Dovecote include Skid Hill.
Aftercare tips
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- Never use suction bath mats
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
Dry the bath after use if possible, and rinse off any bath products.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
Towns and villages near Dovecote
Other services in Dovecote
What we do, step by step
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we are there, the work takes a full day for most jobs. The room is left tidy.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- We remove the masking, tidy up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Ask for a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Related advice
Repair or replace: which is better?
A new bath means a plumber, removing a heavy bath, re-tiling or making good the walls and several days without a working bathroom. Resurfacing gives the bath a new finish without moving it. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- We leave the room as we found it
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Take a look at our pricing and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
