Wakefield · England

Coloured Bath Resurfacing in Ferry Fryston

We travel to Ferry Fryston for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
  • A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Coloured bath resurfacing in Ferry Fryston

Coloured bath resurfacing in Ferry Fryston, done in place

Most suites take one or two days. We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, so there is no plumbing or tiling. Common call-outs are for faded or patchy colour and a dated coloured suite you’d like in white, on coloured shower trays, avocado, pampas and pink baths and coloured basins.

All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.

Stained basin resurfaced to clean white (before and after)
Where
Ferry Fryston (WF10)
County
Wakefield
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Price
From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Ferry Fryston

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

About Ferry Fryston

Ferry Fryston is about 2 miles east of Castleford, in Wakefield. Jobs in Ferry Fryston are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover 101 places in Wakefield. You can also see our page for Leeds, about 11 miles away.

Here we cover the WF10 postcode area. From Crewe Road, Hobart Road and Camden Road or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around Ferry Fryston: Airedale (1 mile east), New Fryston (1 mile north), Newton (1 mile north), Glass Houghton (2 miles south-west) and Castleford (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Wakefield (8 miles west), Ossett (11 miles west), Normanton (5 miles west), South Kirkby and Moorthorpe (9 miles south), South Elmsall (9 miles south) and Knottingley (3 miles south-east).

Near you in Ferry Fryston

We visit homes around The Holy Cross, Fairburn View Primary School and The Magnet pub. Ferry Fryston’s nearest station is Glasshoughton station, roughly 1.7 miles south-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Pontefract Castle (2.1 miles south) and Castleford (2.5 miles west). The countryside around Ferry Fryston includes Fairburn Ings RSPB reserve and Lemonroyd Lake.

  • Parks and local facilities nearby include Municipal Borough of Castleford (1.7 miles west)
Map of Ferry Fryston © OpenStreetMap contributors

What happens on the day

Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, do the job and tidy away. Plan for one to two days for a full suite from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. We protect the room and ventilate it.
  2. Each item is cleaned, degreased and any chips repaired.
  3. We key the surface and apply a bonding primer.
  4. The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
  5. We leave everything to cure, typically until the following day.

How to prepare

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work

Getting a price

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.

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When we would advise against a repair

In fairness, 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)

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.

Materials we repair

  • Whole bathroom suites
  • Coloured shower trays
  • Avocado, pampas and pink baths
  • Coloured basins

Why repair rather than replace?

Swapping a coloured suite for a white one involves new sanitaryware, a plumber and a tiler. Refinishing it in white changes the colour with everything left in place. Our coloured bath resurfacing starts from £350. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.

What you get with us

  • Same prices wherever you are
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited

Take a look at our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

What coloured bath resurfacing costs

Resurfacing from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • How hard the colour is to match
  • The material and finish
  • What kind of damage it is
  • Doing more than one item at once

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.

Send pictures for a quote

Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Try to send:

  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Any details about the material
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus

For a price in Ferry Fryston, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Common questions in Ferry Fryston

Is a repair better than a new one?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

Are there extra charges for Ferry Fryston?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Can a coloured bath be made white?

Yes. We resurface it in white with it left in place.

What happens if you find more damage?

If we find something the photos didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

Do the materials smell?

It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.

How do I get a price for coloured bath resurfacing in Ferry Fryston?

Resurfacing from £350. Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

How quickly can you book me in?

Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. If pictures do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.

Signs you need coloured bath resurfacing in Ferry Fryston

Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and many are still sound. The problem is generally the colour, not the bath.

These are the problems we are asked about most:

  • A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
  • A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
  • Selling or letting a home with an old suite
  • Faded or patchy colour

Before booking anyone

  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • How long it needs to cure
  • Whether they match the colour on site

Choosing a repair company

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