Knowsley · England
Coloured suite to white in Kirkby, Knowsley
Resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white for homes and businesses in Kirkby and across Knowsley. Send pictures for a free, fixed quote.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Faded or patchy colour
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
Coloured bath resurfacing in Kirkby, done in place
Everything is resurfaced where it stands, with no new plumbing or tiling. Most suites take one or two days. We are frequently asked to fix selling or letting a home with an old suite and a dated coloured suite you’d like in white, across coloured basins, coloured shower trays and whole bathroom suites.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit. Look after the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.
Where we work around Kirkby
Kirkby is about 6 miles north of Liverpool, in Knowsley. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Kirkby and the surrounding area, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. We cover 5 places across Knowsley, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Kirkby to Liverpool (6 miles away).
Every address in L32, L33, L10 and L31 is covered. That includes homes on Market Square, Station Road and Irlam Drive and the roads around them. With the A506 and A580 close by, Kirkby is easy for our technicians to reach. We also cover the places around Kirkby: Gillmoss (2 miles south), Knowsley (3 miles south-east), Stockbridge Village (3 miles south), Dovecot (5 miles south) and Page Moss (5 miles south).
What’s near Kirkby
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Kirkby CofE Primary School, St Chad's Church and The Market Tavern, among other places. Other local landmarks include All Saints Catholic High School (within half a mile south) and Valley Park (under half a mile west). Kirkby’s nearest station is Headbolt Lane station, roughly 0.6 miles north. A little further out are Merseyside Fire & Rescue Museum (3.4 miles west) and Fazakerley (2 miles south-west).
What a repair cannot fix
A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- 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 photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
Materials we work on in Kirkby
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Coloured basins
- Whole bathroom suites
- Coloured shower trays
DIY repairs versus a professional job
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
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, then guarantee it for a year.
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Kirkby as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Knowsley and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Why repair rather than replace?
Replacing a coloured suite involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Refinishing it in white turns it white with everything left in place. Our coloured bath resurfacing starts from £350. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Kirkby
- Colour-matched on site
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- No need to remove anything
See our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Signs you need coloured bath resurfacing in Kirkby
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.
Most people get in touch after spotting one of these:
- Faded or patchy colour
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
Comparing quotes
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- Who turns up on the day
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How the room is protected while they work
How the visit works
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes one to two days for a full suite, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- Each item is cleaned, degreased and any chips repaired.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- We spray on the new finish in white or your chosen colour.
- Once cured, normally by the day after, the suite is ready.
Before we arrive
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Open a window if you can
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
How to get a price
For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
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How we price coloured bath resurfacing
Prices start from £350. Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we take into account:
- The material and finish
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
- How many areas need work
Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Kirkby. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Send photos for a quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- The material, if you know it
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- One picture of the whole suite
- One sharp close-up of the damage
Send us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Kirkby, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
What else we do in Kirkby
Questions from Kirkby
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working that clears as it cures.
What do you need from me?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we will do the rest.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit generally costs less than separate visits. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.
Can you price it without visiting?
Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.
Can a coloured bath be made white?
Yes. We resurface it in white with it left in place.
Are you accredited?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
