Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling in Gavinton
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Gavinton and the surrounding area, usually in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An old resurfacing that is failing
- Stains that will not shift
Should you replace it?
Getting a cast iron bath out is hard work: it’s very heavy, may need breaking up, and the replacement can be costly. Resurfacing in place avoids that entirely. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. A repair normally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why us?
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Same prices wherever you are
Take a look at our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Bath re-enamelling in Gavinton without replacing anything
We do not move the bath, so your taps, tiles and plumbing are left alone. Most baths are done in one visit, with the bath ready to use the following day. If you are dealing with a bath in a colour that no longer suits and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring, we can help, whatever the material.
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in the Scottish Borders.
- Location
- Gavinton (TD11)
- Area hub
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. They’re built to last, and only the surface wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel baths take a new finish well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Steel frequently rusts by the plughole, so we check it carefully.
How the visit works
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a full day. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to care for it.
- First we look the bath over and confirm the finish.
- Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Let us know about parking or access
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
Getting a price
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
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What else we do in Gavinton
When to call us in Gavinton
Many baths we resurface have simply been well used, and only the surface is worn. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is normally as strong as ever.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- A coloured bath you want in white
- Wear marks under the taps
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
What your quote should include
- Whether the price covers travel
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Who will actually do the work
- How soon you can use it again
What bath re-enamelling costs
Resurfacing from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- What kind of damage it is
- How hard the colour is to match
- The material and finish
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Send pictures for a quote
Before you send photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A picture taken from further back
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Email us a picture of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Gavinton, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Where we work around Gavinton
Gavinton is about 14 miles west of Berwick-upon-Tweed, in the Scottish Borders. From the centre of Gavinton to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Gavinton is one of 89 places in the Scottish Borders we cover. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 35 miles away.
Jobs in TD11 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. You’ll find streets such as Main Street, South Street and The Glebe, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Gavinton: Clockmill (1 mile north), Duns (1 mile north-east), Preston (3 miles north-east), Swinton (5 miles south-east) and Leitholm (5 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Kelso (11 miles south), Eyemouth (13 miles north-east), Earlston (15 miles south-west), Lauder (15 miles west) and Chirnside (7 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in Gavinton
We visit homes around Gavinton Parish Church and Churchyard and Berwickshire High School. Other landmarks nearby include Jim Clark Motorsport Museum (1.4 miles north-east) and Langton Castle (1.1 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Duns Castle nature reserve and Duns Law.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Gavinton
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Can I fix it myself?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Questions from Gavinton
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Does re-enamelling smell?
There is some smell while the coating is applied, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It clears as the finish cures.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and you will get one combined price.
Is my repair covered?
Yes, for a year. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners in Gavinton.
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.
Aftercare tips
Once the work has cured, treat it gently:
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Never use suction bath mats
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Do not use the bath until it has fully cured
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, as they can stain. Fix dripping taps quickly.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
