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Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in Piershill, Edinburgh

Bath re-enamelling across Piershill and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • A coloured bath you want in white
  • An old resurfacing that is failing
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book bath re-enamelling in Piershill

How we handle bath re-enamelling in Piershill

We re-enamel plenty of period and roll-top baths, which are heavy, hard to move and costly to replace. Doing them in place keeps an original feature. Common call-outs are for staining under the taps and around the waste and a peeling or bubbling previous coating, on Victorian roll-tops, cast iron baths and acrylic baths.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee.

Stained basin resurfaced to clean white (before and after)
Where
Piershill (EH7, EH8, EH15)
Area hub
Edinburgh
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Price
From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Repair or replace: which is better?

Replacing the bath means a plumber, removing a heavy bath, re-tiling or making good the walls and days without a bathroom. Resurfacing gives the bath a new finish with the bath left where it is. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

Why book with us

  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

Take a look at our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

The process

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which usually takes the best part of a day. If anything looks different from your photos, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. The room is masked, protected and ventilated.
  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 on the new enamel finish in several coats.
  5. The bath is left to cure and can usually be used the next day.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated

Ask for a price

If you’re in Piershill and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

Get a free quote

Advice

When to call us in Piershill

Enamel wears gradually. Abrasive cleaners, limescale and years of use wear the gloss away, typically first under the taps and around the waste.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • A coating lifting around the plughole
  • Worn patches where water runs and sits
  • Staining under the taps and around the waste
  • Several chips and rust patches

What your quote should include

  • When it can be used again
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

Choosing a repair company

DIY repairs versus a professional job

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

Aftercare tips

So the finish stays in good condition for years:

  • Store bottles off the bath
  • Fix dripping taps quickly
  • Don’t use the bath until it has fully cured
  • Clean with a soft cloth and mild detergent

Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, especially in hard water areas, and rinse away any product left on the surface.

Do not try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It just wears the enamel further.

Questions from Piershill

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

Resurfacing from £350. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before you book.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.

How durable is a resurfaced bath?

A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Avoid abrasive cleaners and suction mats.

What happens after I send photos?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, usually with dates to choose from. There is no obligation to book.

What areas do you cover?

Across the UK. Our prices are the same everywhere.

Is the work guaranteed?

All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.

Do the materials smell?

There can be some smell while we work. It fades as everything cures.

Does re-enamelling smell?

Some odour is normal while we spray, so we ventilate the room. It fades as the coating cures.

What we can’t put right

It helps to know what we can’t do too:

  • A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
  • Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
  • A bath that’s rusted through

Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we work on in Piershill

  • Cast iron baths
  • Basins & shower trays
  • Pressed steel baths
  • Victorian roll-tops
  • Acrylic baths

Our work in Piershill

Piershill is about 3 miles east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Piershill is one of 175 places in Edinburgh where we work.

Jobs in EH7, EH8 and EH15 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Loaning Road, Abercorn Road and Loganlea Road, all of which we cover. Piershill is on the A1140, which makes it straightforward to reach. If you are just outside Piershill, we cover Jock's Lodge (1 mile west), Willowbrae (1 mile south-west), Restalrig (1 mile north-west), Mountcastle (1 mile south-east) and Craigentinny (1 mile north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Edinburgh (3 miles west), West End (3 miles west), Stockbridge (3 miles west), West Coates (3 miles west), Merchiston (3 miles south-west) and Queensferry (10 miles west).

Near you in Piershill

In Piershill, that means homes near Mannafields Christian School, Portobello Library and Duddingston Kirk. Other local landmarks include Willowbrae Parish Church (less than half a mile west), Lochend Park (0.7 miles north-west), Portobello High School (0.9 miles south-east) and Public House (under half a mile west). For rail, the closest station is Edinburgh Waverley station, about 1.8 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Hibernian Football Club Museum (1 mile north-west) and Craigmillar Castle (2 miles south). Green spaces nearby include The New Leaf Co-op and Whinny Hill.

Map of Piershill © OpenStreetMap contributors

How we price bath re-enamelling

Prices start from £350. You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:

  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • The material
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You will see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.

How to get a fixed price

When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • One picture of the entire bath
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath, we can price the job.

Landlord and trade work in Piershill

If you manage property in Piershill, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Piershill as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.

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