East Ayrshire · Scotland
Coloured Bath Resurfacing for Gatehead homes
Fixed-price coloured bath resurfacing in Gatehead and the surrounding area, normally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Faded or patchy colour
About Gatehead
Gatehead (Gaelic: Port-nah-Abhainne) is about 3 miles south-west of Kilmarnock, in East Ayrshire. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Gatehead is one of 53 towns and villages in East Ayrshire where we work. Our nearest city page is Glasgow, about 21 miles away.
Our technicians cover all of the KA2 postcode area. Whether you live on Fairlie View, Moorfield Place and Milton View or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Crosshouse (1 mile north), Dundonald (2 miles south-west), Bonnyton (2 miles north-east), Annanhill (2 miles north-east) and Drybridge (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Kilmarnock (3 miles north-east), Stewarton (6 miles north), Cumnock (15 miles south-east), Galston (7 miles east), Mauchline (9 miles south-east) and New Farm Loch (4 miles north-east).
Near you in Gatehead
Our customers here include homes close to Grange Academy, among other places. Gatehead’s nearest station is Kilmarnock station, about 2.6 miles north-east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around University Hospital Crosshouse (1.6 miles north-east) and Caprington Castle (1.1 miles east). The countryside around Gatehead includes Caprington Loch.
Coloured bath resurfacing in Gatehead, 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’re dealing with a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom and faded or patchy colour, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.
- Area
- Gatehead (KA2)
- County
- East Ayrshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY kit or professional repair?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
How it works
We begin by going over the job with you. Then the area is sheeted and masked and we start. You can expect it to take one to two days for a full suite, and we’ll keep you posted as we go.
- We protect the room and ventilate it.
- 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.
- Once cured, normally by the day after, the suite is ready.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
Ask for a price
For a price in Gatehead, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Related advice
Repair or replace: which is better?
Swapping a coloured suite for a white one involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Resurfacing turns it white with everything left in place. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Gatehead
- Most jobs done in one visit
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- No need to remove anything
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Read our full price list or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Nearby places to Gatehead
What else we do in Gatehead
Signs you need coloured bath resurfacing in Gatehead
Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. It’s typically the colour that dates them, not the condition.
People typically call us when they notice something like this:
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
- Faded or patchy colour
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
Before booking anyone
- Whether the price covers travel
- What aftercare is recommended
- What prep work is covered
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
Work for landlords and builders
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Gatehead use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll arrange it.
Gatehead questions
Can you do the toilet too?
Talk to us first. The inside of a bowl is always wet and scrubbed, so we’ll advise honestly before quoting.
How do I book?
Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole suite and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
What does coloured bath resurfacing cost?
Prices start from £350. The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
How we price coloured bath resurfacing
Resurfacing from £350. You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- How hard the colour is to match
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Compared with replacing, repairing generally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Quotes from your photos
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- What it’s made of, if you know
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price. Quotes are free and no obligation.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not 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)
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we repair
- Coloured basins
- Coloured shower trays
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Whole bathroom suites
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
