Edinburgh · Scotland
Coloured suite to white in Ellen's Glen, Edinburgh
Coloured bath resurfacing in Ellen's Glen without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
Coloured bath resurfacing at your home in Ellen's Glen
Most suites take one or two days. We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, so there’s no plumbing or tiling. Typical jobs include a dated coloured suite you’d like in white and faded or patchy colour, on whole bathroom suites, avocado, pampas and pink baths and coloured basins.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we’ll come back. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.
- Area
- Ellen's Glen (EH17, EH16)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Ellen's Glen
Avocado, pampas and pink suites were everywhere in the 70s and 80s, and many are still sound. It’s normally the colour that dates them, not the condition.
Keep an eye out for these signs:
- Faded or patchy colour
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
What to look for in a quote
- Who will actually do the work
- How the colour is matched
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What happens if they find more damage
How the visit works
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a day or two, depending on how many items. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to look after it.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- Each item is cleaned, degreased and any chips repaired.
- The surface is prepared and primed.
- We spray the new white (or other colour) finish.
- Each item is left to cure, usually ready the day after.
Getting ready for the visit
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
FAQs for Ellen's Glen
What do you need from me?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the entire suite and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
Will there be a smell?
There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Will the price change on the day?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Will it make a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Landlord and trade work in Ellen's Glen
Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.
What we cannot put right
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- 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)
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Ellen's Glen
- Coloured basins
- Whole bathroom suites
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Coloured shower trays
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a coloured suite involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Refinishing it in white changes the colour with everything left in place. Prices start from £350. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book.
What you get with us
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Same prices wherever you are
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Rooms protected and left tidy
See our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Where we work around Ellen's Glen
Ellen's Glen is about 3 miles south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in all 175 towns and villages across Edinburgh.
Jobs in EH17 and EH16 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Soutra Road, Little Road and Mansion Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Being close to the A772, Ellen's Glen is simple for us to get to. Other places close to Ellen's Glen include Gracemount (1 mile south-west), Liberton (1 mile north-west), Craigour (1 mile north-east), Moredun (1 mile north-east) and Southhouse (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Edinburgh (3 miles north-west), Leith (5 miles north), Bonnington (4 miles north), Greenside (4 miles north-west), Broughton (4 miles north-west) and Bellevue (4 miles north-west).
Near you in Ellen's Glen
In Ellen's Glen, that means homes near Liberton Parish Church, Liberton High School and Drum Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Shawfair station, about 2.4 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (1.3 miles north-west) and Ellen's Glen House (within half a mile west). Open spaces near Ellen's Glen include The New Leaf Co-op and Duddingston Loch.
Nearby places to Ellen's Glen
What else we do in Ellen's Glen
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. We don’t charge extra for travel to Ellen's Glen. The price depends on:
- What kind of damage it is
- How many areas need work
- How hard the colour is to match
- Access to the area
Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Ellen's Glen. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Quotes from your pictures
When you take your photos, a few simple things make all the difference:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any details about the material
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Details of any past repairs
For a price in Ellen's Glen, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Can I fix it myself?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is typically the cheaper route.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
