Highland · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling in Portree
Bath re-enamelling across Portree and nearby, typically in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Portree
We resurface cast iron, steel and acrylic baths, including roll-tops and period baths. The finish is sprayed on in several coats over a bonding primer, once the bath has been cleaned, repaired and prepared. If you are dealing with worn patches where water runs and sits and an old resurfacing that’s failing, we can help, on cast iron baths, Victorian roll-tops and basins & shower trays alike.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Where
- Portree (IV51)
- Area hub
- Highland
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairs by material
Acrylic
Acrylic feels warm and is light, but it needs firm support underneath. Cracks are strengthened from behind before the front is finished.
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are so heavy that repairing in place makes obvious sense. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
Nearby places to Portree
What else we do in Portree
About Portree
Portree (Gaelic: Port Rìgh) is in Highland. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We cover all 253 towns and villages in Highland.
Jobs in IV51 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Somerled Square, Viewfield Square and Ionad Mharsco and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include An t-Ollach (4 miles south-east), Inverarish (7 miles south-east), Coillore (9 miles south-west), Clachamish (9 miles north-west) and Carbost (10 miles south-west). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.
Near you in Portree
Typical jobs here are in homes near Cuillin Hills Hotel, Bun-sgoil Ghàidhlig Phort Righ and Portree High School and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Portree Hospital (less than half a mile south). Not far away are Loch Fada.
How to care for the repair
Aftercare is simple:
- Don’t let dyes or oils sit on the finish
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Respect the curing time we give you
- Fix dripping taps quickly
Use mild, non-abrasive cleaners, avoid suction bath mats, and don’t leave bottles or razors standing on the surface.
Avoid scrubbing a dull bath with abrasive cleaners. It removes more of the surface.
What we do, step by step
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job usually takes a full day. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We check the bath and agree the finish with you.
- Taps, tiles and the floor are masked off.
- The bath is degreased, repaired and keyed.
- We apply the primer and then the finish coats.
- We remove the masking, tidy up and give you the curing time.
Preparing for the visit
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Make sure the area is dry
Get a quote
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
Related advice
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. You won’t pay by the hour. The price is based on:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- How hard the colour is to match
- How many areas need work
- The type of damage
A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your pictures
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A wider photo showing the whole bath
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
Send us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your IV51 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
Common problems we fix in Portree
Frequently the bath has just had decades of use. Underneath, a cast iron or steel bath is normally as strong as ever.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- A coating lifting around the plughole
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- A roll-top that is seen better days
Questions to ask before booking
- How the room is protected while they work
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- What aftercare is recommended
DIY repairs versus a professional job
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
FAQs for Portree
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes. We can do the inside and outside if you’d like.
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Can you quote from pictures?
Normally, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
How long does re-enamelling take?
Typically one day, with the bath ready the day after. Deeply pitted baths may need a second day.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No, it stays where it is. We work on the bath in place, with the room protected and ventilated.
Do you cover the whole of Highland?
We work UK-wide, and that includes Portree. Our prices are the same everywhere.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, usually with dates to choose from. You are under no obligation.
Landlord and trade work in Portree
If you manage property in Portree, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send photos for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll arrange it.
What a repair can’t fix
It helps to know what we can’t do:
- Anything hidden under an old coating, until we remove it
- Holes rusted through the metal
- Leaks from fittings rather than the bath
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Basins & shower trays
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
