Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling in Ettrickbridge
Bath re-enamelling across Ettrickbridge and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Enamel that is lost its shine and feels rough
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
About our bath re-enamelling in Ettrickbridge
Most baths are re-enamelled in a day. Taps, tiles, panels and plumbing all stay in place. Whether it’s a coating lifting around the plughole and an outdated colour you’d like to change, we can help, on cast iron baths, Victorian roll-tops and acrylic baths alike.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Ettrickbridge (TD7)
- Area hub
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we do, step by step
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll get on with it. Most visits take the best part of a day, including clearing up.
- First we look the bath over and confirm the finish.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
- Primer and finish coats are applied.
- We remove the masking, tidy up and give you the curing time.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Open a window if you can
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Ask for a price
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job.
Advice
What we can’t put right
It helps to know what we can’t do too:
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
- Steel that has corroded right through
- A bath split right through the body
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
What we work on
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
When to call us in Ettrickbridge
Many baths we resurface have simply been well used, and only the surface is worn. The body of the bath is usually perfectly sound.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed:
- A peeling or bubbling previous coating
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
What to look for in a quote
- Who will actually do the work
- What preparation is included
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
About Ettrickbridge
Ettrickbridge is about 9 miles north-west of Hawick, in the Scottish Borders. We travel to homes and businesses in Ettrickbridge, so there is no workshop to go to. Ettrickbridge is one of 89 towns and villages in the Scottish Borders where we work. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 31 miles away.
We work across the TD7 postcode area. Ettrickbridge sits on or near the B7009, which makes travel easy. Other places close to Ettrickbridge include Yarrowford (4 miles north), Broadmeadows (4 miles north), Woll (5 miles east), Ashkirk (5 miles east) and Selkirk (6 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Galashiels (10 miles north-east), Hawick (9 miles south-east), Peebles (13 miles north-west), Wilton (9 miles south-east), Innerleithen (8 miles north-west) and Melrose (11 miles north-east).
Near you in Ettrickbridge
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ettrickbridge Church and the streets around them. For a walk, there is Akermoor Loch.
What affects the price in Ettrickbridge
Prices start from £350. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The type of damage
- The material
- The size and number of damaged areas
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.
Getting a price from pictures
Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- Any details about the material
- Something in shot to show the size
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Can I fix it myself?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, 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. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Acrylic
Acrylic baths can be resurfaced too, using a system that bonds to acrylic. It must be solid and not flex underfoot.
Looking after it afterwards
Simple care helps the repair last. Our advice:
- Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
Wait for the curing time we give you before the first bath. Then, gentle cleaning with a soft cloth is enough.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and rust spots spread under the surface. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.
FAQs for Ettrickbridge
Do you cover the whole of the Scottish Borders?
The whole UK, including all of the Scottish Borders. Send your postcode with your pictures and we’ll confirm dates.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes, we do this regularly. Stripping the old coating adds time, so it’s reflected in the quote.
Can you resurface a pink bath in white?
Yes, most people go for white. Mention the colour you want when you send photos.
Can tenants book a repair?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
Do you resurface freestanding baths?
Yes. We can do the inside and outside.
Is there a smell?
Yes, while we are applying the finish. Ventilation keeps it down, and it fades as the finish cures.
Is my repair covered?
Yes: twelve months. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Repair or replace: which is better?
If the bath is sound, re-enamelling is usually much cheaper than replacing it, once you add removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating to the price of a new bath. It’s also far quicker. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- We leave the room as we found it
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- One-year guarantee on every repair
Read our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
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