Highland · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling in Reay
Damaged bath in Reay? We repair it in place, match it on site and guarantee the work for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A period or roll-top bath worth keeping
- A dull, rough surface that won’t come clean
What we are called out for in Reay
Enamel does not fail overnight. Years of cleaning, hard water and hot baths wear the gloss away, usually first under the taps and around the waste.
The things customers usually mention when they call are:
- Several chips and rust patches
- A coloured bath you want in white
- Brown or grey marks that don’t clean off
- A dull, rough surface that will not come clean
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How the room is protected while they work
How we handle bath re-enamelling in Reay
After cleaning, repairing and priming, we spray on the new finish. The preparation is what makes it last, and we take our time over it. We are often asked to fix thin, worn enamel in places and a bath in a colour that no longer suits, on pressed steel baths, cast iron baths and Victorian roll-tops.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Reay and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work.
- Location
- Reay (KW14)
- Region
- Highland
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common questions in Reay
Do you cover Reay?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Reay and the rest of Highland. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Will it make a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
What do you need from me?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Highland.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes. We can do the inside and outside.
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Do the materials smell?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Towns and villages near Reay
Other services in Reay
Work for landlords and builders
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
What bath re-enamelling costs
Resurfacing from £350. There is no charge for travel to Reay. The price comes down to:
- The material and finish
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What kind of damage it is
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Getting a price from pictures
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Please include:
- The material, if you know it
- A wider photo showing the entire bath
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One sharp close-up of the damage
There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Keeping it looking good
Simple care helps the repair last. We recommend:
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- Don’t leave a chip unrepaired
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
- Wipe the bath dry after use in hard water areas
Give the finish its full curing time before using the bath. Then, gentle cleaning with a soft cloth is enough.
Worn enamel only gets rougher with time, and rust spots spread under the surface. Acting earlier keeps the preparation simpler.
Our work in Reay
Reay is about 10 miles west of Thurso, in Highland. Jobs in Reay are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. Reay is one of 253 places in Highland we cover.
Postcode districts we cover here: KW14. Local streets include The Terrace, The Avenue and Beinn Ratha Court, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Melvich (5 miles west), Portskerra (5 miles west), Forss (6 miles north-east), Westfield (6 miles east) and Janetstown (8 miles east). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.
Local landmarks in Reay
In Reay, that means homes near Reay Parish Church and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Dounreay Castle (2.1 miles north-east). Not far away are Caol-Loch.
How it works
Once we are through the door, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a full day, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- We key the bath and apply a bonding primer.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure until the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
How to get a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.
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DIY kit or professional repair?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Repairs by material
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.
Pressed steel
Steel baths re-enamel well, as long as any rust is dealt with first. Steel often rusts by the plughole, so we check it carefully.
Why repair rather than replace?
There are times replacing is better: if the bath is cracked through, if you want a different size or shape, or if you are refitting the entire room anyway. Otherwise, resurfacing typically wins. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Reay
- A fixed quote before you book
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Everything repaired in place
Take a look at our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
