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Coloured suite to white in Patching, West Sussex
Coloured bath resurfacing for Patching, without a refit. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then we come to you.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
Patching and nearby
Patching is about 3 miles north-west of Worthing, in West Sussex. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Patching is one of 371 towns and villages in West Sussex where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 48 miles away.
We work across the BN13 postcode area and the streets around it. From The Street and Coldharbour Lane or a nearby road, a technician can come to you. We also travel to Clapham (1 mile south-east), Hammerpot (2 miles west), Cote (2 miles east), Angmering (2 miles south-west) and Hangleton (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Worthing (3 miles south-east), Bognor Regis (11 miles west), Chichester (14 miles west), Littlehampton (4 miles south-west), Shoreham-by-Sea (8 miles east) and Lancing (6 miles east).
Local landmarks in Patching
We visit homes around The Angmering School, The Fox pub and Clapham Wood and the streets around them. Also close by are The Parish Church of St John the Divine (under half a mile north-west) and Clapham and Patching CofE Primary School (under half a mile south-east). Patching’s nearest station is Goring-By-Sea station, about 2.3 miles south-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Museum of Sussex Folklore (3.1 miles south-east) and Old Castle (3.1 miles south-east). The countryside around Patching includes WWT Arundel and Highdown Hill.
Coloured bath resurfacing at your home in Patching
A full suite is typically done in one to two days. Everything is resurfaced where it stands, so there’s no plumbing or tiling. We work on coloured shower trays, coloured basins and whole bathroom suites, and people most frequently call us about a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom and selling or letting a home with an old suite.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.
- Area
- Patching (BN13)
- Area hub
- West Sussex
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When a repair is not the answer
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- 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 photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Coloured basins
- Coloured shower trays
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Whole bathroom suites
What we’re called out for in Patching
Avocado, pampas and pink suites were everywhere in the 70s and 80s, and many are still sound. It’s generally the colour that dates them, not the condition.
Clients usually contact us about:
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Faded or patchy colour
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Aftercare advice
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
FAQs for Patching
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
What information do you need?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.
Will the price change on the day?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we will tell you before starting.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.
Does someone need to be in?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it generally saves money. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Landlord and trade work in Patching
Letting agents often send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
What else we do in Patching
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
The process
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which typically takes one to two days for a full suite. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- Next we degrease everything and fix chips.
- We key the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
- We leave everything to cure, normally until the following day.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Getting a price
You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.
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Repair or replace: which is better?
Replacing a coloured suite involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Refinishing it in white changes the colour without taking anything out. Our coloured bath resurfacing starts from £350. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Why Patching clients choose us
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Read our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
How we price coloured bath resurfacing
Prices start from £350. We charge the same across the UK, including Patching. The price reflects:
- What the surface is made of
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
How to get a fixed quote
Two or three clear pictures are generally enough. Try to include:
- Where you are, by postcode
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Any details about the material
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
