Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath re-enamelling & resurfacing in South Portobello, Edinburgh
Our technicians come to South Portobello for full bath re-enamelling and resurfacing. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Chips and rust in more than one place
- Wear marks under the taps
Landlord and trade work in South Portobello
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Bath re-enamelling in South Portobello without replacing anything
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and acrylic baths can be resurfaced too. The result is a smooth, even, glossy finish. We’re frequently asked to fix a bath in a colour that no longer suits and an old resurfacing that’s failing, in basins & shower trays, acrylic baths and pressed steel baths.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it.
- Location
- South Portobello (EH15, EH8, EH7)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
Some jobs are not right for a repair, for example:
- Holes rusted through the metal
- A bath split right through the body
- A poorly supported acrylic bath, until it’s firmed up
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we repair
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Acrylic baths
How to look after the repair
Good habits make a big difference to how long a repair lasts. Here’s what we suggest:
- Wash away dyes and oils after use
- Dry the bath after use to stop limescale
- Fix dripping taps quickly
- Don’t use the bath until it has fully cured
Wipe the bath dry after use where you can, and rinse away any product left on the surface.
On a worn bath, rust spots keep spreading, and each one adds to the preparation. It’s simpler to resurface before they spread.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take the best part of a day, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- The bathroom is protected and ventilation set up.
- We remove the old silicone and deep clean the bath.
- Chips, rust and pitting are repaired.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- The new finish is sprayed on in several coats and left to cure.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Make sure the area is dry
How to get a price
Most clients in South Portobello get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
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Common problems we fix in South Portobello
Enamel’s shine is only skin deep, and abrasive cleaning slowly wears it away. Eventually the surface turns porous and stains.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- An old resurfacing that is failing
- An original cast iron bath that needs restoring
- A bath in a colour that no longer suits
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
Before you book anyone
- Who will actually do the work
- What preparation is included
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
FAQs for South Portobello
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in South Portobello.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit generally costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Can you do the outside of a roll-top?
Yes. We can do the inside and outside if you’d like.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Will the new finish last?
A well-prepared finish lasts a long time if it’s looked after. Avoid abrasive cleaners and suction mats.
Do you need to take the bath out?
No. We resurface it in place, so the tiles and taps stay put.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we often do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
Repairs by material
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. Only the enamel surface wears or chips, and that is what we repair.
Roll-top and period baths
Freestanding roll-tops can be done inside and out, and the outside can be refinished too.
Covering South Portobello
South Portobello is about 3 miles east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Anywhere in EH15, a technician comes to you. South Portobello is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh we cover.
Postcode districts we cover here: EH15, EH8 and EH7. Whether you live on Hope Lane, Pipe Lane and Beach Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Magdalene (1 mile south), Mountcastle (1 mile west), Brunstane (1 mile east), Northfield (1 mile west) and Bingham (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Edinburgh (3 miles west), Leith (3 miles north-west), Bonnington (3 miles north-west), Greenside (3 miles west), Broughton (3 miles west) and Bellevue (3 miles west).
Near you in South Portobello
Our clients here include homes close to Abercorn Park, St John the Evangelist RC Church and 47 Figgate Lane pub and the streets around them. You will also find Portobello High School (less than half a mile west) and Portobello Library (less than half a mile north). The nearest railway station is Brunstane station, roughly 0.8 miles south-east of the centre. A little further out are Craigmillar Castle (1.8 miles south-west) and Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (2.3 miles south-west). Open spaces near South Portobello include Whinny Hill and Duddingston Loch.
What affects the price in South Portobello
Prices start from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Doing more than one item at once
- The size and number of damaged areas
Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Send photos for a quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- A picture taken from further back
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
