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Bath Re-enamelling for Kaimes homes
Local bath re-enamelling for Kaimes: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
- Thin, worn enamel in places
Keeping it looking good
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
- Have chips seen to early
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs straight away
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
The first few days matter most: give it the full curing time, then clean it gently. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.
The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
About our bath re-enamelling in Kaimes
Re-enamelling gives a worn bath a new glossy surface without a refit. It suits baths that are dull, stained, rough or chipped all over. We regularly repair cast iron baths, basins & shower trays and Victorian roll-tops, and the jobs we see most are a roll-top that’s seen better days and an outdated colour you’d like to change.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote.
- Location
- Kaimes (EH16, EH17)
- County
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we are called out for in Kaimes
Previous coatings can fail too, lifting by the plughole or blistering. We strip what’s failing and start again.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
- Brown or grey marks that do not clean off
- Worn patches where water runs and sits
- An outdated colour you’d like to change
What to look for in a quote
- How soon you can use it again
- Aftercare advice
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- What happens if they find more damage
DIY repairs versus a professional job
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
Should you replace it?
Replacing a bath can take several days across several trades. Resurfacing takes one technician and usually a day, and the bath is usable the day after. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kaimes
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Colour-matched on site
See our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Also in Kaimes
How we price bath re-enamelling
Resurfacing from £350. We do not charge extra for travel to Kaimes. The price depends on:
- Access to the area
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
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. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
Quotes from your photos
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- Any details about the material
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
If you are in Kaimes and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
How it works
We turn up at the time we agreed with you and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before any work starts. Most visits take most of the day, and we leave the room as we found it.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- 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
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
Getting a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
Related advice
Landlord and trade work in Kaimes
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Kaimes use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Kaimes: your questions answered
What happens after I send photos?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Is there a smell?
There is some smell while the coating is applied, which is why we ventilate the bathroom. It fades as the coating cures.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No. We resurface it in place, so the tiles and taps stay put.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
How long is the bath unusable?
Usually a day, then it’s ready to use the following day. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
Which areas do you work in?
All of Edinburgh, and the rest of the UK. Travel is included in the price.
What a repair can’t fix
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- A cast iron or steel bath that’s cracked right through
- Acrylic that moves when you stand in it
- Holes rusted through the metal
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we work on in Kaimes
- Acrylic baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
Kaimes and the surrounding area
Kaimes is about 3 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Whether you are in the middle of Kaimes or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Our repair technicians cover 175 places in Edinburgh.
All of EH16 and EH17 is within our area. Streets in the area include Tor Lane, Soutra Road and Mansion Lane. If you’re just outside Kaimes, we cover Howden Hall (1 mile north), Alnwickhill (1 mile north), Southhouse (1 mile east), Gracemount (1 mile north-east) and Mortonhall (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Edinburgh (3 miles north-west), Leith (5 miles north), Bonnington (5 miles north), Greenside (4 miles north), Broughton (4 miles north) and Bellevue (4 miles north).
Landmarks near Kaimes
Typical jobs here are in homes near Drum Park, Gracemount High School and Liberton Parish Church. The nearest railway station is Shawfair station, roughly 3.2 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Craigmillar Castle (2 miles north-east) and Natural History Collections (1.6 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Blackford Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
