Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Nether Blainslie, Scottish Borders
Bath re-enamelling in Nether Blainslie without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
Can I fix it myself?
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Bath re-enamelling in Nether Blainslie without replacing anything
Cast iron, steel, acrylic, roll-top and period baths can all be resurfaced. The finish is sprayed on in several coats over a bonding primer, after the bath has been cleaned, repaired and keyed. Common call-outs are for a bath in a colour that no longer suits and an old resurfacing that’s failing, in basins & shower trays, cast iron baths and acrylic baths.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll come back.
- Location
- Nether Blainslie (TD1)
- Region
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Nether Blainslie
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Can you quote from photos?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and you’ll get one combined price.
What happens if you find more damage?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Can a failed resurfacing be redone?
Yes, we do this regularly. Removing the old finish takes extra time, which we include in the price.
Is there a smell?
There is some smell while the coating is applied, so we ventilate the room. It fades as the coating cures.
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just ensure the landlord agrees.
Why repair rather than replace?
A replacement often means several trades over several days. Re-enamelling is one technician, normally one day. Prices start from £350. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Nether Blainslie
- One visit for most repairs
- We leave the room as we found it
- No need to remove anything
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Take a look at our pricing and bath cost comparison.
About Nether Blainslie
Nether Blainslie is about 6 miles north-east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Nether Blainslie, so nothing has to leave your home. Nether Blainslie is one of 89 places in the Scottish Borders we cover. We work right across the region, from Nether Blainslie to Edinburgh (about 26 miles away).
Here we cover the TD1 postcode area. We also travel to Lauder (3 miles north-west), Earlston (4 miles south-east), Gattonside (5 miles south), Stow (5 miles west) and Langlee (6 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Galashiels (6 miles south-west), Kelso (13 miles south-east), Selkirk (10 miles south-west), Innerleithen (14 miles west), Melrose (6 miles south) and St Boswells (8 miles south).
What’s near Nether Blainslie
Well-known places in the area include Old Thirlestane Castle (2.6 miles north-east).
How we price bath re-enamelling
Prices start from £350. We charge the same across the UK, including Nether Blainslie. The price reflects:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How easy the damage is to reach
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book.
Send pictures for a quote
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Any details about the material
- One picture of the whole bath
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
When a repair isn’t the answer
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- A metal bath with a through crack
- Holes rusted through the metal
- Problems we can’t see until an old finish comes off
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
What your bath is made of matters
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. Steel often rusts by the plughole, so we check it carefully.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Nether Blainslie
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll handle the rest.
What happens on the day
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Allow the best part of a day. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- We degrease the bath, fix any damage and key the surface.
- Primer and finish coats are applied.
- The masking comes off, we tidy up and tell you when it can be used.
Before we arrive
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Getting a price
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
Related advice
Aftercare tips
It’s all simple stuff, just a few sensible habits:
- Rinse off hair dye, oils and bath bombs immediately
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Store bottles off the bath
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
Treat the new finish gently at first: let it cure fully, then use mild cleaners only. After that, no abrasives and no suction mats.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It removes more of the surface.
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