About Cottage 13

Established in 1999, Cottage 13 remains one of the most reputable tattoo and piercing studios in Hamilton, Ontario and beyond.

Our reputation is founded on our commitment to provide a superior level of piercing and tattoo services in a safe, clean and comfortable setting using only the best quality equipment and products.  Now more than ever our thorough understanding of infection control practices is vital.  All of our professional piercers and tattooists are trained in industry specific Infection Control.  We continue to operate above and beyond the standard requirements set by Public Health.  We are committed to protecting everyone seeking our professional services and those performing them.  Be assured that we are always striving for new and innovative ways of delivering our expert service to you.

Our studio is designed to provide a safe and welcoming environment in which to get pierced or tattooed.  We are a barrier free facility.  All procedure areas are designed for easy cleaning and disinfection.  

Piercing clients can enjoy a private room after their consultation with the piercer to choose the perfect piece of quality jewellery for a new or existing piercing. Most of our piercing procedures are tool free.  If equipment requires reprocessing and sterilization, our in house processing area is equipped with an autoclave (sterilizer) that is spore test challenged weekly. 

The tattoo room is open concept but we have PLENTY of room to spread out.

Surfaces are easily cleaned and disinfected between each client. All tattoos are done using disposable equipment that is purchased from reputable sources.

Cottage 13 has been in business for 25 years, and with that longevity comes experience and the knowledge of how to navigate challenges and adapt our service for everyone’s health and safety.

Our reputation speaks for itself, but so does the amazing body art we create.  Just ask around and you will hear Cottage 13 mentioned again and again as the only place to go for your piercings and tattoos.  So whether you are after some new ink, a new piercing or beautiful, high quality jewellery, we can’t wait to see you and provide you with a positive experience you will be sure to remember forever.  Hope to see you soon...!