Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling in Holyrood
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in Holyrood and the surrounding area, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Exposed steel rusts quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Holyrood
If your bath is sound but looks tired, re-enamelling is normally the most cost-effective option. It avoids removal, plumbing and re-tiling. We work on cast iron baths, basins & shower trays and pressed steel baths, and common reasons people contact us are a bath that stays dull however much you clean it and staining under the taps and around the waste.
Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee.
- Area
- Holyrood (EH8, EH1, EH7)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What else we do in Holyrood
Aftercare tips
How the surface is treated afterwards matters. Here’s what we suggest:
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Store bottles off the bath
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Repair dripping taps early
Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, 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.
What we do, step by step
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which typically takes the best part of a day. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Ask for a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath, include your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
Related advice
What we are called out for in Holyrood
Enamel does not fail overnight. Abrasive cleaners, limescale and years of use dull the surface, normally first under the taps and around the waste.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Several chips and rust patches
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
What to look for in a quote
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- What prep work is covered
- Whether the price covers travel
- Aftercare advice
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- The colour and finish to match
- Access to the area
- How many areas need work
- What the surface is made of
We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Holyrood. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Getting a price from pictures
When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Where you are, by postcode
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Something in shot to show the size
- Natural light rather than flash
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
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. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Where we work around Holyrood
Holyrood is about 1 mile north-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Across the EH8 area, a technician comes to you. Holyrood is one of 175 places in Edinburgh we cover.
Postcode districts we cover here: EH8, EH1 and EH7. We regularly work on streets such as High Street, Calton Road and Hutton Road and the roads around them. Other places close to Holyrood include Canongate (1 mile north-east), Dumbiedykes (1 mile south-east), Buccleuch (1 mile south), Greenside (1 mile north) and Old Town (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Queensferry (9 miles west), Southhouse (4 miles south), Gilmerton (4 miles south-east), Muirhouse (3 miles north-west), Slateford (3 miles south-west) and Gracemount (3 miles south).
Landmarks near Holyrood
Around Holyrood, we work in homes near Scottish Poetry Library, The World's End pub and Holyrood Park and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include London Street Primary School (0.7 miles north-west), Edinburgh (under half a mile south-east), Free Church College (0.6 miles west) and Old Royal High School (under half a mile north). There is a railway station in Holyrood itself: Edinburgh Waverley station. Well-known places in the area include Royal Public Dispensary of Edinburgh (within half a mile west) and People's Story Museum (within half a mile north-east). Green spaces nearby include Dunsapie Loch and Salisbury Crags.
- Local churches include St Cuthbert's Church (1 mile west)
Holyrood: your questions answered
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Do you charge for travel?
There is no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes, roll-tops are a big part of our work. The inside is resurfaced, and we can refinish the outside as well.
How do I get a price for bath re-enamelling in Holyrood?
Resurfacing from £350. Every job gets a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a picture of the entire item with your EH8 postcode.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it typically saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Repairing versus replacing in Holyrood
If you like your bathroom but not your bath’s surface, resurfacing is the simplest answer. Tiles, panels and taps stay put. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. A few things move the price: 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 choose Surface Doctor in Holyrood
- Most jobs done in one visit
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Work done at your home or business
See our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Landlord and trade work in Holyrood
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
