Suffolk · England
Coloured suite to white in Ellingham, Suffolk
Coloured bath resurfacing across Ellingham and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
Coloured bath resurfacing in Ellingham without replacing anything
Most suites take one or two days. We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, with no new plumbing or tiling. If you’re dealing with a dated coloured suite you’d like in white and a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom, we can generally put it right.
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Suffolk. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.
- Area
- Ellingham (NR35)
- Area hub
- Suffolk
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Ellingham
Resurfacing from £350. There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- The material and finish
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
There are no surprise 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.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A photo taken from further back
- One sharp close-up of the damage
Send us pictures of the damage and one of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Ellingham, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
When to call us in Ellingham
Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and many are still sound. The problem is usually the colour, not the bath.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Faded or patchy colour
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
What to look for in a quote
- What preparation is included
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- How the room is protected while they work
- When it can be used again
How it works
We begin by going over the job with you. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. You can expect it to take a day or two, depending on how many items, and we will keep you posted as we go.
- We protect the room and ventilate it.
- Each item is cleaned, degreased and any chips repaired.
- We key the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
- Each item is left to cure, normally ready the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Let us know about parking or access
How to get a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole suite, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
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Ellingham questions
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Include pictures of each item.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
What do you need from me?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Can you turn my avocado bath white?
Yes. We resurface it in white with it left in place.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, often. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can you do the toilet too?
Ask us. The inside of a bowl is always wet and scrubbed, so we will advise honestly before quoting.
What we can’t put right
A repair isn’t right for every job, for example:
- 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 pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Coloured shower trays
- Coloured basins
- Whole bathroom suites
Should I try a DIY kit first?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a coloured suite involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Refinishing it in white turns it white with everything left in place. Prices start from £350. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ellingham
- Same prices wherever you are
- One visit for most repairs
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
Read our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Work for landlords and builders
If you manage property in Ellingham, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send photos for each one and we will price them together.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
Covering Ellingham
Ellingham is about 10 miles west of Lowestoft, in Suffolk. 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. Our repair technicians cover 731 places in Suffolk, from the larger towns to small villages.
Postcode districts we cover here: NR35. From Nursey Close, Lockhart Road and Mill Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Kirby Cane (1 mile east), Kirby Row (1 mile south-east), Broome Street (1 mile west), Broome (1 mile south-west) and Ditchingham (2 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Lowestoft (10 miles east), Beccles (4 miles south-east), Bungay (3 miles south-west), Halesworth (10 miles south), Carlton Colville (9 miles east) and Kirkley (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Ellingham
Typical jobs here are in homes near Broome Heath, Ellingham Voluntary Controlled Primary School and Church of St Mary, among other places. The nearest railway station is Beccles station, roughly 3.8 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Raveningham Motte (2.1 miles north-east) and Bungay Museum (2.7 miles south-west).
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
