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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Gilmerton, Edinburgh
Bath re-enamelling in and around Gilmerton: photo quotes, tidy work and a year’s guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- A coloured bath you want in white
Bath re-enamelling in Gilmerton without replacing anything
We re-enamel plenty of period and roll-top baths, which are heavy, hard to move and costly to replace. Resurfacing them in place keeps the original bath. Our technicians work on acrylic baths, basins & shower trays and cast iron baths, and the jobs we see most are a roll-top that’s seen better days and a coating lifting around the plughole.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Area
- Gilmerton (EH17, EH16)
- Area hub
- Edinburgh
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
How to care for the repair
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Don’t leave a chip unrepaired
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
Dry the bath after use if possible, especially in hard water areas, and rinse away any product left on the surface.
Rust spots on a worn bath get worse with time. Resurfacing before they spread keeps it simpler.
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Gilmerton
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Edinburgh and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Gilmerton use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Prices start from £350. There is no charge for travel to Gilmerton. The price depends on:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The material
- The type of damage
- Unusual colours or finishes
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Quotes from your photos
You can take the photos on your phone. Just ensure we can see:
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
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.
FAQs for Gilmerton
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes, for a year. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.
How do I book?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
How durable is a resurfaced bath?
Care for it and it lasts. Avoid abrasive cleaners and suction mats.
Can you re-enamel a roll-top bath?
Yes, frequently. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
About Gilmerton
Gilmerton is about 4 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Gilmerton is one of 175 places in Edinburgh we cover.
Jobs in EH17 and EH16 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Drum Avenue, Brosie Road and Hyvot Avenue or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Being close to the A772, Gilmerton is easy for our technicians to reach. We also cover the places around Gilmerton: Ferniehill (1 mile north), Fernieside (1 mile north), Moredun (1 mile north), Craigour (1 mile north) and Ellen's Glen (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Edinburgh (4 miles north-west), Leith (5 miles north), Bonnington (5 miles north), Greenside (4 miles north-west), Broughton (4 miles north-west) and Bellevue (5 miles north-west).
Near you in Gilmerton
We visit homes around Drum Park, Lasswade and Gracemount High School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Shawfair station, about 1.8 miles north-east. A little further out are Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (2 miles north-west) and Craigmillar Castle (1.5 miles north). Green spaces nearby include The New Leaf Co-op and Duddingston Loch.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
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.
How it works
On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll take it from there. Most visits take a full day, tidy-up included.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Make sure the area is dry
Get a quote
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
Advice
Should you replace it?
Getting a cast iron bath out is hard work: they’re heavy, often need breaking up, and a new one is not cheap. Re-enamelling avoids all of it. Prices start from £350. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why book with us
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- No extra charge for your area
- Work done at your home or business
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
See our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Honest limits
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- Steel that has corroded right through
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Pressed steel baths
Repairs by material
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
Pressed steel
Steel baths re-enamel well, once any rust has been treated. Rust around the waste is common on steel, so we pay close attention there.
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