Isle of Wight · England
Coloured suite to white in Princelett, Isle of Wight
We travel to Princelett for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
Coloured bath resurfacing in Princelett without replacing anything
A full suite is normally done in one to two days. Everything is resurfaced where it stands, so there is no plumbing or tiling. Our technicians work on avocado, pampas and pink baths, coloured basins and whole bathroom suites, and people most often call us about selling or letting a home with an old suite and faded or patchy colour.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it. Look after the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.
- Location
- Princelett (PO36)
- County
- Isle of Wight
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
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Repair or replace: which is better?
Swapping a coloured suite for a white one involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Resurfacing changes the colour with everything left in place. Our coloured bath resurfacing starts from £350. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there is no premium for Princelett. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Princelett
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- No need to remove anything
- One price list for the entire UK
Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.
What we do, step by step
Once we’re through the door, 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 by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We protect the room and ventilate it.
- We clean, degrease and repair any chips.
- The surface is prepared and primed.
- The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
- We leave everything to cure, generally until the next day.
Before we arrive
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
How to get a price
To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We will say right away if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
What we are called out for in Princelett
Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and many are still sound. It’s normally the colour that dates them, not the condition.
Clients usually contact us about:
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Faded or patchy colour
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
What your quote should include
- How to look after the finish
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Princelett and nearby
Princelett is about 5 miles south-east of Newport, in Isle of Wight. Jobs in Princelett are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. Princelett is one of 125 places in Isle of Wight where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 76 miles away.
Our visits in PO36 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Apse Heath (1 mile north-east), Branstone (1 mile north), Winford (1 mile north-east), Whiteley Bank (1 mile south-west) and Hale Common (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (5 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Ventnor (3 miles south), East Cowes (8 miles north-west) and Oakfield (6 miles north-east). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so it’s best to call first.
Landmarks near Princelett
In Princelett, that means homes near Sandown Bay Academy. Princelett’s nearest station is Shanklin station, about 1.4 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Arthur Webster Memorial Hospital for Children (1.4 miles south-east) and South Wight (3 miles south). For a walk, there is Alverstone Mead and Stenbury Down.
Work for landlords and builders
Letting agents frequently send us pictures 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 items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
Questions from Princelett
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
What about the toilet?
Talk to us first. A toilet bowl is constantly wet, so we will tell you what will last.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
The price is fixed for what the pictures show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Do you work in Princelett?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Princelett. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Most of the time. Tell us what was done before and we’ll plan for it.
Can a coloured bath be made white?
Yes. We resurface it in white with it left in place.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Isle of Wight.
When we would advise against a repair
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:
- 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 before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Coloured basins
- Coloured shower trays
- Whole bathroom suites
What affects the price in Princelett
Prices start from £350. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The size and number of damaged areas
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You will see the full price before you book.
Send photos for a quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Please include:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- One picture of the whole suite
- Something in shot to show the size
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
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