Orkney Islands · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling for St Margaret's Hope homes
Fixed-price bath re-enamelling in St Margaret's Hope and the surrounding area, normally in one visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Enamel that’s lost its shine and feels rough
- A roll-top that’s seen better days
DIY kit or professional repair?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Bath re-enamelling in St Margaret's Hope, done in place
Cast iron and steel baths are ideal for re-enamelling, and we can resurface acrylic baths as well. The result is a smooth, even, glossy finish. Common call-outs are for an original cast iron bath that needs restoring and a dull, rough surface that won’t come clean, across cast iron baths, basins & shower trays and acrylic baths.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone.
- Where
- St Margaret's Hope (KW17)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
St Margaret's Hope and nearby
St Margaret's Hope is about 11 miles south of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. St Margaret's Hope is one of 51 places in the Orkney Islands where we work.
We cover every part of KW17. You will find streets such as Church Road, Taftingus Place and Back Road, all of which we cover. Close by, we cover Widewall (2 miles south-west), Grimness (2 miles east), Burray Village (2 miles north-east), St Mary's (5 miles north) and Upper Sanday (8 miles north-east). St Margaret's Hope is among the bigger towns we cover in the Orkney Islands. Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.
Landmarks near St Margaret's Hope
A little further out are W Hourston Blacksmiths Museum (less than half a mile west). Green spaces nearby include Ward Hill and Mill Pond.
Questions from St Margaret's Hope
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Is there any odour?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we will tell you.
Can you resurface a pink bath in white?
Yes. Coloured baths can be resurfaced in white, and the basin and toilet can be done too.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We are happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
How soon can you come?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Will the new finish last?
It depends on preparation, use and care. With good preparation and gentle cleaning it lasts a long time, and our work is guaranteed for a year.
The process
When we visit, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take the best part of a day. We clean up when we are done and let you know when you can use it again.
- First we look the bath over and confirm the finish.
- Everything around the bath is masked and covered.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
Ask for a price
For a price in St Margaret's Hope, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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Repairing versus replacing in St Margaret's Hope
If the bath is sound, re-enamelling is typically much cheaper than replacing it, once you add removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating to the price of a new bath. It’s also far quicker. Prices start from £350. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why St Margaret's Hope clients choose us
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
Take a look at our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Signs you need bath re-enamelling in St Margaret's Hope
Enamel wears gradually. Years of cleaning, hard water and hot baths wear the gloss away, starting where water runs and sits.
Common reasons people in St Margaret's Hope contact us are:
- A bath that stays dull however much you clean it
- Lots of chips and rust spots
- Wear marks under the taps
- Brown or grey marks that don’t clean off
Questions to ask before you book
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- How the room is protected while they work
- What preparation is included
- Aftercare advice
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Cast iron
Cast iron baths are the classic candidate for re-enamelling. The body lasts for generations; only the enamel wears, so resurfacing gives them a new life.
Acrylic
We resurface acrylic baths as well, with a coating system suited to acrylic. The bath needs to be firm and well supported for the finish to last.
When we’d advise against a repair
We will not take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- Plumbing leaks, which need a plumber
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- A bath split right through the body
Not sure? Send photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Victorian roll-tops
- Cast iron baths
- Basins & shower trays
- Pressed steel baths
- Acrylic baths
How to care for the repair
Looking after the surface is easy, and it makes a real difference:
- Stick to gentle, non-abrasive cleaners
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
- Avoid suction-cup mats
- Keep toiletries on a shelf rather than in the bath
Dry the bath after use if possible, particularly with hard water, and rinse away any product left on the surface.
Do not try to scrub a worn bath back to shine. It removes more of the surface.
Also near St Margaret's Hope
Also in St Margaret's Hope
For landlords and businesses
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
If you manage property in St Margaret's Hope, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
