Scottish Borders · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Newstead, Scottish Borders
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths in Newstead, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Repairs from £95
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- A chipped rim or side
Bath repair at your home in Newstead
We’ve repaired just about every kind of bath damage: chips from dropped bottles, rust round the plughole, cracks in acrylic and holes from falling tools. All of it is repaired where the bath stands. We work on acrylic, pressed steel enamel and whirlpool & spa baths, and common reasons people contact us are a chipped rim or side and impact holes in acrylic.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Newstead and across the Scottish Borders.
- Where
- Newstead (TD6)
- Area hub
- Scottish Borders
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £95. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What we are called out for in Newstead
Rust usually starts where water sits, by the plughole, beneath dripping taps or in an unrepaired chip. Water on bare metal causes rust that creeps under the surrounding enamel.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Hairline or through cracks in acrylic
- Chips under the taps
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Chips along the edge of the bath
Before you book anyone
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How the room is protected while they work
- Aftercare advice
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
For landlords and businesses
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Looking after it afterwards
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- A dripping tap stains enamel, so fix it early
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
- Keep abrasive pads and gritty cleaners away from the bath
- Get any new chip repaired before it rusts
There is nothing special to do after a repair. Skip bleach and gritty creams and rinse after use.
Rust spreads under enamel faster than most people expect. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so early repair keeps the cost down.
How we price bath repair
Repairs from £95. Prices are worked out job by job, from your photos. The main factors are:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The colour and finish to match
- What the surface is made of
Compared with replacing, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Quotes from your photos
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
For a price in Newstead, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
What we can’t put right
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Flexing caused by a failed cradle or loose feet
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we repair
- Pressed steel enamel
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Roll-top & freestanding
- Whirlpool & spa baths
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.
Places near Newstead
Other services in Newstead
Materials and what they mean for the repair
Composite and resin
Stone resin and composite baths are heavy and solid. Chips and scratches can be filled and colour matched, in much the same way.
Pressed steel
Pressed steel is thinner and lighter, with an enamel finish like cast iron. Chips rust quickly on steel, particularly by the plughole, so early repairs matter.
FAQs for Newstead
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can you repair a chip on a coloured bath?
Yes. We mix the colour on the day to match, including pastel and older colours.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Is a bath repair permanent?
Done properly, a repair lasts for years, and ours come with a one-year guarantee. Gentle cleaning helps.
Will I be able to see the repair?
The goal is a repair that blends in. How well it disappears depends on the condition of the rest of the bath.
How do I get a price for bath repair in Newstead?
Prices start from £95. Every job gets a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Do the materials smell?
There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
What we do, step by step
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes two to three hours for most chips. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- First, the area is cleaned and any loose enamel or rust is removed.
- The chip or crack is filled, then sanded level with the bath.
- We tint the finish on the day to suit your bath’s shade of white or colour.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- We leave it to cure; you can normally use the bath the next day.
Before we arrive
- Clear the area around the damage
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
Ask for a price
To get a price, send two or three pictures through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
About Newstead
Newstead is about 4 miles east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Newstead is one of 89 towns and villages in the Scottish Borders we cover. We work right across the region, from Newstead to Edinburgh (about 31 miles away).
Every address in TD6 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Main Street, Claymires Lane and Back Road. Other places close to Newstead include Melrose (1 mile west), Gattonside (1 mile north-west), Newtown St Boswells (2 miles south-east), Darnick (2 miles west) and Bowden (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Galashiels (4 miles west), Hawick (13 miles south), Kelso (10 miles east), Selkirk (7 miles south-west), Jedburgh (10 miles south-east) and Wilton (13 miles south).
What’s near Newstead
The closest station to Newstead is Tweedbank station, roughly 2.5 miles west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Commendators House Museum (0.9 miles west) and Castle Holydean (2.9 miles south-west). For a walk, there’s Eildon Hill North and Bemersyde Moss.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
