Dorset · England
Coloured suite to white in Charlton Down, Dorset
Resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white for homes and businesses in Charlton Down and across Dorset. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Faded or patchy colour
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
Covering Charlton Down
Charlton Down is about 3 miles north of Dorchester, in Dorset. Customers in Charlton Down get the same service as everywhere else we cover: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. We cover 462 places across Dorset, from the larger towns to small villages.
Our repair technicians cover all of DT2 and the streets around it. You will find streets such as Maple Drive, Ash Road and Deverel Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Charlton Down include Charminster (1 mile south), Godmanstone (2 miles north-west), Bradford Peverell (2 miles south-west), Stratton (2 miles south-west) and Piddlehinton (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Weymouth (10 miles south), Bridport (13 miles west), Blandford Forum (15 miles north-east), Sherborne (14 miles north), Portland (14 miles south) and Rodwell (10 miles south).
Near you in Charlton Down
For rail, the closest station is Dorchester West station, about 3 miles south of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Tutankhamun Exhibition (2.7 miles south) and Herrison Hospital (under half a mile south-west). Not far away are Hog Cliff and Nunnery Mead.
Coloured bath resurfacing in Charlton Down, done in place
Most suites take one or two days. We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, with no new plumbing or tiling. Typical jobs include selling or letting a home with an old suite and a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom, on coloured shower trays, whole bathroom suites and avocado, pampas and pink baths.
You’re covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking. Care for the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.
- Location
- Charlton Down (DT2)
- County
- Dorset
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a coloured suite means new sanitaryware, a plumber and a tiler. Resurfacing turns it white with everything left in place. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Charlton Down
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Colour-matched on site
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Work done at your home or business
Take a look at our pricing and bath cost comparison.
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The colour and finish to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
- What kind of damage it is
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
How to get a fixed quote
You can generally get a fixed price without us visiting. To make it quick:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A picture taken from further back
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole suite, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed price, not an estimate.
Landlord and trade work in Charlton Down
Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
When a repair isn’t the answer
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:
- The inside of a toilet bowl, unless we’ve agreed it will last
- Items cracked right through
- Fittings and taps (these are masked, not recoloured)
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Coloured basins
- Coloured shower trays
- Whole bathroom suites
Towns and villages near Charlton Down
What else we do in Charlton Down
FAQs for Charlton Down
How do I get a price for coloured bath resurfacing in Charlton Down?
Prices start from £350. Every job gets a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Include pictures of each item.
Is there any odour?
There can be some smell while we work. It fades as everything cures.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Can you do the toilet too?
Talk to us first. A toilet bowl is constantly wet, so we will advise honestly before quoting.
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
How it works
The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we are there. We protect the area first, then the work takes a day or two, depending on how many items. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- Next we degrease everything and fix chips.
- The surface is prepared and primed.
- We spray on the new finish in white or your chosen colour.
- We leave everything to cure, typically until the day after.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Ask for a price
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.
Advice
Do you need coloured bath resurfacing in Charlton Down?
Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. It’s normally the colour that dates them, not the condition.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Faded or patchy colour
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
Comparing quotes
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- What aftercare is recommended
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- How long it needs to cure
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
