Argyll and Bute · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling in Ellenabeich
Problem with your bath in Ellenabeich? We put it right where it is, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An old resurfacing that’s failing
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
Bath re-enamelling in Ellenabeich, done in place
We re-enamel plenty of period and roll-top baths, which would be difficult and expensive to replace. Doing them in place keeps an original feature. If you are dealing with enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough and a coating lifting around the plughole, we can help, on cast iron baths, Victorian roll-tops and acrylic baths alike.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll come back.
- Where
- Ellenabeich (PA34)
- County
- Argyll and Bute
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.
For anyone letting property in or around Ellenabeich, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we will come back with a combined price.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. There’s no area surcharge for Ellenabeich. The price reflects:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How many areas need work
- The type of damage
- The material and finish
A repair typically costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
How to get a fixed quote
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:
- One picture of the entire bath
- Where you are, by postcode
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Any details about the material
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
The process
We turn up when we said we would, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a full day, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures.
Preparing for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
How to get a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.
Advice
What your bath is made of matters
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, once any rust has been treated. Steel frequently rusts by the plughole, so we pay close attention there.
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Ellenabeich: your questions answered
How long is the bath unusable?
Generally a day, then it’s ready to use the following day. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes. Inside and out.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No, it stays where it is. Everything is done in your bathroom, with the room protected and ventilated.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Will there be fumes?
A little, during the work. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
How do I book?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we will take it from there.
What we cannot put right
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- Leaking taps or wastes (a plumber’s job)
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- Holes rusted through the metal
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
Looking after it afterwards
A little care keeps the finish looking good. Our advice:
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
- Get any chip repaired quickly
- Do not let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, especially in hard water areas, and rinse away any product left on the surface.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
Repair or replace: which is better?
When the bathroom is fine apart from the bath’s finish, resurfacing is the simplest answer. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Prices start from £350. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ellenabeich
- No extra charge for your area
- Normally one visit, start to finish
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Colour-matched on site
Read our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Ellenabeich and the surrounding area
Ellenabeich is about 40 miles north-west of Helensburgh, in Argyll and Bute. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Ellenabeich is one of 118 places in Argyll and Bute we cover. You can also see our page for Glasgow, about 60 miles away.
We cover every part of PA34 and the streets around it. Other places close to Ellenabeich include Clachan Seil (2 miles north-east), Craobh Haven (6 miles south-east), Kilmelford (6 miles east), Barravullin (7 miles south-east) and Ardfern (9 miles south-east). Larger places within reach include Oban (10 miles north-east), Dunollie (11 miles north-east) and Dunbeg (13 miles north-east). For island and remote addresses, call first so we can plan the visit.
What’s near Ellenabeich
Our clients here include homes close to Tin Church, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Slate Islands Heritage Trust Museum (0.7 miles north-west) and Ardfad Castle (2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Ballachuan Loch.
Towns and villages near Ellenabeich
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