Shetland Islands · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling for Houbie homes
Local bath re-enamelling for Houbie: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- A coating lifting around the plughole
Bath re-enamelling in Houbie, done in place
A re-enamelled bath looks and feels like a new one, without any of the disruption of replacing it. It’s ideal if you like your bathroom but not the state of the bath. Our repair technicians work on Victorian roll-tops, basins & shower trays and acrylic baths, and the jobs we see most are an outdated colour you’d like to change and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back.
- Area
- Houbie (ZE2)
- Region
- Shetland Islands
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
For anyone letting property in or around Houbie, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we’ll come back with a combined price.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Our work in Houbie
Houbie is in the Shetland Islands. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Houbie is one of 63 towns and villages in the Shetland Islands we cover.
We cover every part of ZE2. If you are just outside Houbie, we cover Clivocast (6 miles north), Aywick (6 miles south-west), Mid Yell (7 miles west), Camb (7 miles west) and Burravoe (9 miles south-west). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
Near you in Houbie
Our clients here include homes close to Fetlar Primary School and Fetlar Church, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Fetlar Interpretive Centre (under half a mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Vord Hill and Skutes Water.
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. We do not charge extra for travel to Houbie. The price depends on:
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How many areas need work
- How easy the damage is to reach
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.
Send pictures for a quote
Phone photos are fine. Make sure they show:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Any details about the material
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
For a price in Houbie, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
More services for Houbie
Do you need bath re-enamelling in Houbie?
Hard water speeds up the wear, and gritty cleaners are the worst culprits.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- Brown or grey marks that don’t clean off
- Thin, worn enamel in places
- A coloured bath you want in white
Questions to ask before you book
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Whether they match the colour on site
When a repair is not the answer
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- A bath split right through the body
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we work on in Houbie
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Acrylic baths
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff:
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- Don’t leave a chip unrepaired
- Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent
Dry the bath after use if possible, especially in hard water areas, and rinse off any bath products.
Rust spots on a worn bath get worse with time. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.
How it works
On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job usually takes most of the day. We clean up when we are done and let you know when you can use it again.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- 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
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Getting a price
There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacement only makes sense in a few cases: a cracked-through bath, a change of size or shape, or a full refit. Otherwise, resurfacing normally wins. Prices start from £350. Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why us?
- A fixed quote before you book
- We leave the room as we found it
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- One visit for most repairs
Take a look at our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Your questions about bath re-enamelling in Houbie
How long does re-enamelling take?
Usually one day, with the bath ready the day after. A badly pitted bath can need a second day.
Do you cover the whole of the Shetland Islands?
The whole UK, including all of the Shetland Islands. Send your postcode with your pictures and we will offer you dates.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Does re-enamelling smell?
Some odour is normal while we spray, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It clears as the finish cures.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Do you cover Houbie?
We do. We send a technician to Houbie for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
Will the bath be moved?
No. It’s re-enamelled where it stands, so the tiles and taps stay put.
What your bath is made of matters
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.
Roll-top and period baths
We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
