Q. I Wish to get a tattoo, what should i do?

A. A brief walkthrough;

There are a few thigns you can do, if you have an idea of what you would like then you can either contact us on here or through social media - facebook, twitter, instagram etc. or you can pop down to the shop and have a chat with one of our artists, this is really the best way as we can have a proper talk about what it is you are after.

Once we have had a chat and we are on the same page with your design we can get you booked in. This will require a depost, the amount you leave will depend on the type of tattoo you are having, it will range between £40 and £90 though, this will come off of the final payment of your tattoo.

When that is paid we will get you a date in the book and away we go! As most of our work is custom we will then draw your design up on the lead up to your appointment. you can pop in a few days before hand to check the design is to your liking and if any changes need to be made.

 

Q. How much does a tattoo cost?

A. We have a minimum charge of £40.00. Alot of our work is large and wil take multiple sittings, for this we feel it is better for the customer to pay for the time they are in the chair rather then give them a one off price. That way you do not end up over paying for time you have not spent in the studio. Our hourly rate is £90 an hour. Should your design be able to be completed in one session then we will quote a one off price for your piece.

 

Q. Why do I need a deposit?

A. A deposit is there to insure that both yourself and the artist will follow through the work agreed. It will come off of your final payment for your tattoo. If you wish to change your appointment then we will require 48 SHOP OPENING HOURS notice. Anything less that this will result in a loss of deposit as it will be hard to fill the space left.

 

Q. Do you do walk ins?

A. We will always do our best to cater to walk in appointments, it is always best to phone ahead to make sure we have a space, or you can always try your luck.

 

Q .Do you have a long waiting list?

A. Despite having a strong reputation we will always do our best to get you in ASAP. This is normally 1-2 weeks. We are open late nights and Saturdays to try and cater for the 9-5 workers out there.

 

Q. How old do you have to be to get tattooed?

A. Tattooing of the minors act 1969 states it is an offence to tattoo a person under the age of 18. No exceptions this is the law. END OF!

 

Q. Will I need I.D?

A: We operate under a challend 21 program in the shop so chances are you will need I.D. Best to bring it with you just to be safe.

We accept

Drivers Licence

Provisional drivers licence

Passport

Please note we may refuse I.D if we believe it to be counterfeit.

 

Q. Do you do piercing?

A. Yes we offer a full range of piercings. The age allowance for these varies depending on the piercing so call ahead to see if you are of age.

 

Q. Do you do cover ups/ reworks?

A. Unlike alot of other studios we have no problem with performing cover ups and reworks, as long as the work we carry out will make a substantial difference to the current tattoo you have. You will need to come down and see us so we can have a proper look at what we are working with and to see what we can do.

 

Q. Can you tattoo over scars/ stretchmarks?

A. This is all dependant on the state of the scar tissue, alot of them can be worked over but it is always best to come down and ask us in person so we can double check.

 

Q. Can I bring a friend?

A. Yes you can bring a friend to hold your hand that is fine, we do ask that you do not bring 100 friends however as this can get very loud.

 

Q. Can my kids come in?

A. Children are allowed in the waiting room but they must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

 

 

Hopefuly we have answered alot of your quiestions you may have as a first timer or just as a first timer to The Basset and Hair Tattoo Co. If there is anything else we can help you with feel free to give us a call or email.