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Coloured suite to white in Melbourne, Derbyshire
Coloured bath resurfacing across Melbourne and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
- Faded or patchy colour
What happens on the day
Your technician turns up when we said we would and checks the damage against your photos first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. Most visits take one to two days for a full suite, and the room is left clean and tidy.
- The room is protected and ventilated.
- Next we degrease everything and fix chips.
- The surface is prepared and primed.
- The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
- Each item is left to cure, generally ready the next day.
Getting ready for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
- Have a window or extractor fan available
How to get a price
For a price in Melbourne, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Advice
About our coloured bath resurfacing in Melbourne
A full suite is normally done in one to 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, whole bathroom suites and coloured shower trays, and the jobs we see most are a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom and selling or letting a home with an old suite.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.
- Where
- Melbourne (DE73)
- Region
- Derbyshire
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common problems we fix in Melbourne
Avocado, pampas and pink suites were everywhere in the 70s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. The problem is normally the colour, not the bath.
Common reasons people in Melbourne contact us are:
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Faded or patchy colour
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
Comparing quotes
- What happens if they find more damage
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How to care for the finish
- How the room is protected while they work
Repair or replace in Melbourne?
Swapping a coloured suite for a white one means a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Refinishing it in white turns it white without taking anything out. Prices start from £350. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before booking, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Melbourne
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Colours mixed by hand to suit your surface
- Typically one visit, start to finish
Take a look at our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
What coloured bath resurfacing costs
Resurfacing from £350. Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- What kind of damage it is
- The colour and finish to match
- The material and finish
Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Quotes from your photos
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Natural light rather than flash
- The material, if you know it
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
For landlords and businesses
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.
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Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- 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 will give you a straight answer before you book.
Materials we repair
- Coloured shower trays
- Coloured basins
- Whole bathroom suites
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
Questions from Melbourne
Can tenants book a repair?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
What about the toilet?
Talk to us first. The inside of a bowl is always wet and scrubbed, so we will advise honestly before quoting.
Can you quote from pictures?
Generally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We review the photos and send a fixed quote and the next dates we have.
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.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
How much does coloured bath resurfacing cost in Melbourne?
Resurfacing from £350. Every job gets a fixed quote based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a picture of the whole item with your DE73 postcode.
Is the work guaranteed?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Melbourne and the surrounding area
Melbourne is about 6 miles north of Ashby-de-la-Zouch, in Derbyshire. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Our technicians cover 532 places across Derbyshire. Our jobs stretch from Melbourne to Birmingham (about 31 miles away).
We cover every part of DE73 and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Market Place, High Street and Station Road, and we cover them all. Other places close to Melbourne include King's Newton (1 mile north-east), Stanton by Bridge (1 mile north-west), Wilson (1 mile east), Breedon on the Hill (2 miles south-east) and Ticknall (2 miles south-west). Further out, we also cover Swadlincote (7 miles south-west), Ilkeston (11 miles north-east), Long Eaton (8 miles north-east), Belper (14 miles north), Heanor (14 miles north) and Ripley (15 miles north).
Local landmarks in Melbourne
Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to United Reform Church, Alma Inn and Melbourne Junior School, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include East Midlands Aeropark (3.6 miles east) and Aston Hall Hospital (3 miles north-east).
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
