Highland · Scotland
Bath Re-enamelling for Tongue homes
Bath re-enamelling in Tongue without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Staining under the taps and around the waste
- A coloured bath you want in white
When we’d advise against a repair
We will not take on work that will not last, so these are the limits:
- A cast iron or steel bath that is cracked right through
- Damage hidden under a previous coating, until it’s stripped back
- Holes rusted through the metal
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we work on in Tongue
- Pressed steel baths
- Cast iron baths
- Victorian roll-tops
- Basins & shower trays
- Acrylic baths
Bath re-enamelling in Tongue without replacing anything
Re-enamelling gives a worn bath a new glossy surface without taking anything out. It suits baths that are dull, stained, rough or chipped all over. If you’re dealing with a dull, rough surface that won’t come clean and an original cast iron bath that needs restoring, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee.
- Location
- Tongue (IV27)
- County
- Highland
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Different materials, different repairs
Pressed steel
Under the enamel of a steel bath is thin metal. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so the metal is treated and sealed before the repair.
Cast iron
A cast iron bath is heavy enough that most people never want to move it. The enamel is the part that wears or chips, and that is the part we put right.
Common questions in Tongue
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Tongue.
What do you need from me?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole bath and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
What areas do you cover?
Everywhere in the UK, Tongue included. There is no extra charge for travel.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Will the new finish last?
Care for it and it lasts. Gentle cleaning, no suction mats.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Can you change the colour of my bath?
Yes. We can resurface a coloured bath in white, and the basin and toilet can be done too.
Repair or replace in Tongue?
If the bath is sound, re-enamelling is generally much cheaper than replacing it, when you count removal, plumbing, tiling and decorating. It’s much quicker too. 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 choose Surface Doctor in Tongue
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- A fixed quote before booking
Read our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
What affects the price in Tongue
Prices start from £350. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- The type of damage
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Access to the area
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Tongue. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Getting a price from photos
You can normally get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:
- One picture of the whole bath
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
Send us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Tongue, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
How the visit works
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes the best part of a day. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- We sheet, mask and ventilate the room.
- Old sealant is cut out and the bath is deep cleaned.
- We repair chips, rust spots and pitting.
- The surface is keyed and primed for the new finish.
- Several coats of finish are sprayed on, then it cures.
Preparing for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Open a window if you can
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
Getting a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
Advice
Also near Tongue
Also in Tongue
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Landlord and trade work in Tongue
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
Keeping it looking good
A little care keeps the finish looking good. We recommend:
- Leave the bath for the full curing time before using it
- A dripping tap should be fixed promptly
- Keep suction mats out of the bath
- A quick wipe after use keeps limescale away
Rinse away dyes, oils and bath bombs straight after use, because they can mark the finish. Fix dripping taps quickly.
If a previous coating is starting to peel, don’t pick at it. Moisture gets underneath and makes it worse, so it’s better to have it stripped and redone.
Where we work around Tongue
Tongue is about 33 miles west of Thurso, in Highland. From the centre of Tongue to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover 253 places in Highland.
Here we cover the IV27 postcode area. From Varich Place and Loyal Terrace or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Tongue: Melness (4 miles north), Am Blàran Odhar (8 miles north-east), Smoo (13 miles north-west), Altnaharra (13 miles south) and Diuranais (14 miles north-west). If you are somewhere remote, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.
Landmarks near Tongue
Around Tongue, we work in homes near St Andrew's Church and the streets around them. A little further out are Castle Varrich (0.7 miles west). For a walk, there’s Cnoc an Fhreiceadain and Lochan Hakel.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
