Scottish Borders · Scotland

Bath Re-enamelling in Longformacus

Problem with your bath in Longformacus? We put it right where it is, mix the colour on the day and back it with a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • A roll-top that’s seen better days
  • An old resurfacing that is failing
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted bath re-enamelling in Longformacus

Bath re-enamelling in Longformacus, done in place

A re-enamelled bath looks and feels like a new one, but without the cost and upheaval of a refit. It’s ideal if you like your bathroom but not the state of the bath. Whether it’s several chips and rust patches and a coloured bath you want in white, we can help, on cast iron baths, Victorian roll-tops and basins & shower trays alike.

We guarantee the work for a year. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right.

Where
Longformacus (TD11)
County
Scottish Borders
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Can I fix it myself?

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.

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

Materials and what they mean for the repair

Roll-top and period baths

We can resurface a roll-top inside and out, with the outside refinished as well.

Acrylic

Acrylic is light and warm to the touch, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.

Landlord and trade work in Longformacus

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.

Repair or replace in Longformacus?

If the bath is sound, re-enamelling is normally much cheaper than replacing it, when you count removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating. It’s much quicker too. Our bath re-enamelling starts from £350. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.

Why us?

  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Everything repaired in place
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year

See our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

Keeping it looking good

Much of the damage we repair could have been avoided. These habits help:

  • Respect the curing time we give you
  • Never use suction bath mats
  • Use washing-up liquid and a soft cloth
  • Get any chip repaired quickly

Rinse the bath and wipe it over after use, especially in hard water areas, so limescale cannot build up.

The longer worn enamel is left, the rougher it gets, and any rust spreads underneath. Resurfacing sooner means less repair work first.

Our work in Longformacus

Longformacus is about 15 miles south-east of Haddington, in the Scottish Borders. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Longformacus is one of 89 towns and villages in the Scottish Borders where we work. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 29 miles away.

Our visits in TD11 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From The Row, Duns Road and Gifford Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. If you are just outside Longformacus, we cover Clockmill (5 miles south-east), Gavinton (6 miles south-east), Westruther (6 miles south-west), Preston (6 miles east) and Duns (6 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Kelso (14 miles south), Earlston (14 miles south-west), Lauder (12 miles south-west) and Chirnside (11 miles east).

Landmarks near Longformacus

Around Longformacus, we work in homes near Longformacus Parish Church. Other landmarks nearby include Langton Castle (4.5 miles south-east). Not far away are Twin Law.

Map of Longformacus © OpenStreetMap contributors

How we price bath re-enamelling

Resurfacing from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • The type of damage
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • The material and finish

Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Getting a price from photos

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • A photo taken from further back
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.

Do you need bath re-enamelling in Longformacus?

Sometimes it’s an earlier resurfacing that has failed, lifting by the plughole or blistering. Failing coatings are stripped back before we resurface.

Contact us if you’ve noticed:

  • A bath in a colour that no longer suits
  • Chips and rust in more than one place
  • A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
  • A coating lifting around the plughole

What your quote should include

  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • What prep work is covered
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Aftercare advice

10 questions to ask before booking

Questions from Longformacus

Is the work guaranteed?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.

Will there be a smell?

There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.

How soon can you come?

Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.

Can you repair several things at once?

Of course, and it usually saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we’ll quote them together.

How do I book?

Photos of the damage, a picture of the entire bath and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

How do I get a price for bath re-enamelling in Longformacus?

Resurfacing from £350. Every job gets a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item with your TD11 postcode.

What areas do you cover?

The entire UK, including all of the Scottish Borders. Send your postcode with your pictures and we will offer you dates.

What we do, step by step

We turn up when we said we would, introduces themselves and looks over the damage before anything else. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before any work starts. The work itself takes the best part of a day, and the room is left clean and tidy.

  1. First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
  2. The bath is cleaned, degreased and any chips or rust repaired.
  3. We key the surface and put on a bonding primer.
  4. We spray several coats of new enamel finish.
  5. Once cured, normally by the day after, the bath is ready.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

How to get a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

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