Aberdeenshire · Scotland

Coloured Bath Resurfacing in Portsoy

Our repair technicians come to Portsoy for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Faded or patchy colour
  • A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Coloured bath resurfacing in Portsoy

Should I try a DIY kit first?

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is normally the cheaper route.

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

How we handle coloured bath resurfacing in Portsoy

Everything is resurfaced where it stands, with no new plumbing or tiling. A full suite is normally done in one to two days. Typical jobs include a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom and a dated coloured suite you’d like in white, in whole bathroom suites, coloured basins and coloured shower trays.

You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll sort it. Care for the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Location
Portsoy (AB45)
Area hub
Aberdeenshire
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Price
From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Repair or replace in Portsoy?

Replacing a coloured suite involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Resurfacing changes the colour without taking anything out. Prices start from £350. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Portsoy

  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

Take a look at our prices page or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

What we can’t put right

A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t 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)

If in doubt, send photos and we will say what we think.

Materials we repair

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

What we are called out for in Portsoy

Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and many are still sound. It’s usually the colour that dates them, not the condition.

Look out for any of the following:

  • 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 doesn’t match a new bathroom

Questions to ask before booking

  • How long it needs to cure
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included

Choosing a repair company

How we price coloured bath resurfacing

Prices start from £350. We don’t charge extra for travel to Portsoy. The price depends on:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Access to the area
  • How many areas need work

No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.

How to get a fixed quote

You can usually get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:

  • One picture of the whole suite
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the suite, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

Our work in Portsoy

Portsoy is about 10 miles east of Buckie, in Aberdeenshire. Wherever you are in the AB45 postcode area, a technician comes to you. Portsoy is one of 161 places in Aberdeenshire where we work.

Jobs in AB45 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on South High Street, North High Street and Main Street or a nearby road, we can come to you. Portsoy is on the A98 and B9019, so it’s easy for us to reach. If you’re just outside Portsoy, we cover Sandend (2 miles west), Fordyce (2 miles south-west), Boyndie (4 miles south-east), Ladysbridge (4 miles east) and Whitehills (4 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Turriff (13 miles south-east), Banff (6 miles east), Macduff (7 miles east), Aberchirder (9 miles south) and Gardenstown (13 miles east). If you’re somewhere remote, call first so we can plan the visit.

Landmarks near Portsoy

Typical jobs here are in homes near St John's Episcopal Church, among other places. Other landmarks nearby include Boyne Castle (1.5 miles east) and Campbell Hospital (within half a mile west). Open spaces near Portsoy include Durn Hill.

Map of Portsoy © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we do, step by step

We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we are doing. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. It normally takes a day or two, depending on how many items.

  1. We protect the room and ventilate it.
  2. We clean, degrease and repair any chips.
  3. We key the surface and apply a bonding primer.
  4. We spray on the new finish in white or your chosen colour.
  5. We leave everything to cure, normally until the following day.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

How to get a price

Pricing is simple: 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 is no charge for the quote and no obligation.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

Landlords, agents and businesses in Portsoy

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

Your questions about coloured bath resurfacing in Portsoy

What does coloured bath resurfacing cost?

Prices start from £350. Every job gets a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the entire item and your postcode.

Can you turn my avocado bath white?

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

Do the materials smell?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.

How quickly can you book me in?

We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

In most cases. The old repair comes out first.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Usually, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

Is there a call-out fee?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Are you accredited?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

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