North Ayrshire · Scotland

Coloured Bath Resurfacing for Irvine homes

Coloured bath resurfacing in Irvine without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed quote from your photos, then we come to you.

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

Need coloured bath resurfacing in Irvine?

How we price coloured bath resurfacing

Prices start from £350. We do not charge extra for travel to Irvine. The price depends on:

  • The colour and finish to match
  • The material
  • What kind of damage it is
  • How much damage there is

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Quotes from your photos

Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:

  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Where you are, by postcode

There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

Coloured bath resurfacing at your home in Irvine

Most suites take one or two days. We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, with no new plumbing or tiling. We work on avocado, pampas and pink baths, coloured basins and coloured shower trays, and common reasons people contact us are selling or letting a home with an old suite and faded or patchy colour.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we have gone. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.

Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician
Location
Irvine (KA11, KA12)
Area hub
North Ayrshire
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

When we’d advise against a repair

In fairness, some problems need a different 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)

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.

What we work on

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

Repairing versus replacing in Irvine

Replacing a coloured suite means a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Resurfacing changes the colour without taking anything out. Our coloured bath resurfacing starts from £350. Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

What you get with us

  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

See our prices page or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Work for landlords and builders

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

Do you need coloured bath resurfacing in Irvine?

Avocado, pampas and pink suites were everywhere in the 70s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. The problem is typically the colour, not the bath.

Send us a picture if you notice any of these:

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

What to look for in a quote

  • What preparation is included
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • Who turns up on the day
  • How the room is protected while they work

Choosing a repair company

The process

On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll take it from there. Most visits take one to two days for a full suite, including clearing up.

  1. We protect the room and ventilate it.
  2. We clean, degrease and repair any chips.
  3. We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
  4. The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
  5. Each item is left to cure, normally ready the next day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Get a quote

Upload photos of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Irvine, and we will reply with a fixed price.

Get a free quote

Advice

Can I fix it myself?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.

Covering Irvine

Irvine is about 22 miles south-west of Glasgow, in North Ayrshire. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Irvine is one of 53 places in North Ayrshire we cover. We work right across the region, from Irvine to Glasgow (22 miles away).

Postcode districts we cover here: KA11 and KA12. Streets in the area include Tamerlane Square, Allan Square and High Street. Being close to the A71 and A78, Irvine is easy for our repair technicians to reach. Nearby, we also work in Girdle Toll (1 mile west), Broomlands (1 mile south-east), Bourtreehill (1 mile east), Lands of Broomlands (1 mile south-east) and Fullarton (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Kilwinning (3 miles north-west), Saltcoats (5 miles west), Largs (15 miles north-west), Ardrossan (7 miles west), Stevenston (4 miles west) and Kilbirnie (9 miles north). Being one of North Ayrshire’s larger places, Irvine is somewhere we visit frequently.

Landmarks near Irvine

Our customers here include homes close to Irvine, Greenwood Academy and Irvine Royal Academy, among other places. The nearest railway station is Irvine station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around The Vennel Gallery (0.7 miles south-west) and Ayrshire Central Hospital (1.3 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Stevenston Loch.

Map of Irvine © OpenStreetMap contributors

Common questions in Irvine

Will the price change on the day?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

Is it messy?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.

What do you need from me?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Is there any odour?

It depends on the job, but often a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.

Do you cover the whole of North Ayrshire?

We work UK-wide, so Irvine is covered. Our prices are the same everywhere.

Can a coloured bath be made white?

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

Can you price it without visiting?

Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.

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