Essex · England
Coloured suite to white in Fordham, Essex
Coloured bath resurfacing in and around Fordham: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Faded or patchy colour
FAQs for Fordham
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Will you leave a mess?
No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Which areas do you work in?
Everywhere in the UK, Fordham included. There is no extra charge for travel.
How do I get a price for coloured bath resurfacing in Fordham?
Resurfacing from £350. Because every job differs, we price from photos. You will get a fixed figure before you book.
What do you need from me?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Coloured bath resurfacing in Fordham, 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. If you are dealing with a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom and faded or patchy colour, we can help, on avocado, pampas and pink baths, whole bathroom suites and coloured basins alike.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we’ll sort it. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.
- Location
- Fordham (CO6)
- County
- Essex
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Our work in Fordham
Fordham is about 5 miles north-west of Colchester, in Essex. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Fordham is one of 644 towns and villages in Essex where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 48 miles away.
Every address in CO6 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Church Road, Herring's Way and Sunnyside Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around Fordham: Fordham Heath (1 mile south), Gallows Green (1 mile south), Wormingford (2 miles north), West Bergholt (2 miles east) and Little Horkesley (3 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Colchester (5 miles south-east), Braintree (11 miles west), Maldon (14 miles south), Witham (11 miles south-west), Camulodunum (4 miles south-east) and Halstead (7 miles west).
Local landmarks in Fordham
Typical jobs here are in homes near The Three Horseshoes Public House and Church of All Saints and the streets around them. The closest station to Fordham is Chappel & Wakes Colne station, about 1.9 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Severalls Hospital (3.9 miles east) and Mount Bures (2.9 miles north-west). The countryside around Fordham includes Sergeants Orchard.
How we price coloured bath resurfacing
Prices start from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- The colour and finish to match
- What the surface is made of
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether we combine several jobs
Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Getting a price from photos
You can normally get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:
- The material, if you know it
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
You do not need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair isn’t right for every job, including:
- 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.
Materials we repair
- Coloured basins
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Whole bathroom suites
- Coloured shower trays
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 turns it white without taking anything out. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Why book with us
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Colour mixed on the day to match
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Nothing taken out or refitted
Read our pricing or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
What happens on the day
On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a day or two, depending on how many items. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- Each item is cleaned, degreased and any chips repaired.
- The surface is prepared and primed.
- The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
- Each item is left to cure, usually ready the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Ensure the area is dry
Getting a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
Advice
DIY repairs versus a professional job
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.
Common problems we fix in Fordham
Avocado, pampas and pink suites were everywhere in the 70s and 80s, and many are still sound. The problem is usually the colour, not the bath.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Faded or patchy colour
- 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
Comparing quotes
- What preparation is included
- How long it needs to cure
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- Who turns up on the day
Work for landlords and builders
For anyone letting property in or around Fordham, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we’ll price them together.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Essex and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.
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