Edinburgh · Scotland
Bath chip & crack repair in Willowbrae, Edinburgh
Chip and crack repairs to enamel, acrylic and cast iron baths for householders, landlords and businesses in Willowbrae. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Repairs from £95
- A chipped rim or side
- Holes from dropped items
How we handle bath repair in Willowbrae
Whether your bath is steel, cast iron or acrylic, we can repair it. The method changes with the material: rust is treated on metal baths, while cracks in acrylic are reinforced from underneath. Whether it’s a chipped rim or side and rust by the waste and overflow, we can help, on roll-top & freestanding, pressed steel enamel and cast iron enamel alike.
The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right.
- Location
- Willowbrae (EH8, EH7, EH15)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £95. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairs by material
Acrylic
An acrylic bath is a moulded sheet strengthened from below. There’s no rust, but cracks, holes and scratches happen, and a crack only stays repaired if it’s supported underneath.
Pressed steel
Steel baths and trays have a thin metal body under the enamel. Once a chip exposes it, rust follows quickly, so we treat and seal the metal before filling.
What a repair cannot fix
It helps to know what we cannot do:
- Acrylic cracks with no access behind them
- Rust that has eaten right through a steel bath
- Water coming from the waste or taps rather than the bath
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Willowbrae
- Acrylic
- Cast iron enamel
- Pressed steel enamel
- Whirlpool & spa baths
- Roll-top & freestanding
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £95. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:
- Doing more than one item at once
- Access to the area
- How much damage there is
- The type of damage
We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Quotes from your photos
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:
- The material, if you know it
- Where you are, by postcode
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
If you are in Willowbrae and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Willowbrae questions
How long before I can use the bath?
Usually within a day, though it depends on what we’ve done.
How invisible is a bath repair?
On a bath in good condition, a colour-matched repair is very hard to spot. On older, dull enamel the repair can look glossier than the area around it.
Do you come to Willowbrae?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Willowbrae. Send photos and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What do you need from me?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you’ll get one combined price.
Can rust on a bath be repaired?
Yes. We take out the rust and any loose enamel, fill the area, then colour-match the finish.
Can you repair a failed DIY repair?
Yes. We take out the old repair and do it properly. Mention it when you send pictures.
Something went through my bath. Can it be fixed?
Frequently, if there is access underneath. The hole is backed, filled and refinished to match.
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. Once we’re there, the work takes a few hours. The room is left tidy and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We clean the area and remove any loose enamel or rust.
- Next we fill the damage and sand it smooth and level.
- The colour is mixed on the spot to match your bath.
- We build up the finish and polish it into the surrounding enamel.
- We leave it to cure; you can typically use the bath the following day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Clear the area around the damage
Get a quote
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Willowbrae
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Willowbrae as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
About Willowbrae
Willowbrae is about 2 miles south-east of Leith, in Edinburgh. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We work in all 175 towns and villages across Edinburgh, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our visits in EH8, EH7 and EH15 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Loaning Road, Abercorn Road and Loganlea Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also travel to Jock's Lodge (1 mile north-west), Piershill (1 mile north-east), Meadowbank (1 mile north-west), Restalrig (1 mile north) and Northfield (1 mile east). Further out, we also cover West End (3 miles west), West Coates (3 miles west), Merchiston (3 miles south-west), Queensferry (10 miles west), Comely Bank (3 miles west) and Southhouse (4 miles south).
What’s near Willowbrae
Our customers here include homes close to Mannafields Christian School, Willowbrae Parish Church and Scottish Poetry Library. You will also find Public House (less than half a mile north), Lochend Park (0.7 miles north-west), Holy Rood High School (0.8 miles south) and Duddingston Kirk (0.8 miles south). The nearest railway station is Edinburgh Waverley station, about 1.6 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include St. James Centre (1.6 miles west) and Eastern General Hospital (1.1 miles north). For a walk, there’s Dunsapie Loch and The New Leaf Co-op.
Keeping it looking good
Most damage we see is avoidable. A few tips:
- Put a towel in the bath if you’re working above it
- Avoid scourers, wire wool and gritty cream cleaners
- Have new chips seen to early
- If an acrylic bath flexes, have its feet adjusted
A repaired bath needs no special treatment, beyond gentle cleaning. Avoid bleach-based and gritty cleaners and rinse after use.
Rust under enamel spreads surprisingly quickly. Left for months, a small chip can grow into a large rust patch, so it pays to deal with it early.
Do you need bath repair in Willowbrae?
A cracked acrylic bath normally wasn’t supported properly. Loose legs, no proper cradle or a floor that gives let the base flex.
If you can see any of these, send us a picture:
- Snagging damage from a refit
- Chips under the taps
- Scuffs and scratches in the surface
- A hole punched through by something heavy
Questions to ask before booking
- Aftercare advice
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- How your room will be protected
- How long it needs to cure
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
