Bath and North East Somerset · England
Coloured Bath Resurfacing in Publow
Coloured bath resurfacing in Publow without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed quote from your photos, then book a visit.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
Coloured bath resurfacing in Publow, done in place
We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, with no new plumbing or tiling. A full suite is typically done in one to two days. Whether it’s faded or patchy colour and a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom, we can normally put it right, whatever the material.
We guarantee the work for a year. If something is not right in that time, we come back and put it right. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.
- Location
- Publow (BS39)
- County
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairing versus replacing in Publow
Swapping a coloured suite for a white one means new sanitaryware, a plumber and a tiler. Resurfacing turns it white with everything left in place. Prices start from £350. A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you will get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Publow
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
See our pricing or guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
When we would advise against a repair
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t 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)
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Materials we work on in Publow
- Whole bathroom suites
- Coloured shower trays
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Coloured basins
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. Allow a day or two, depending on how many items.
- The room is protected and ventilated.
- 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.
- Each item is left to cure, generally ready the next day.
Preparing for the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
How to get a price
If you’re in Publow and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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Other services in Publow
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
What we’re called out for in Publow
Avocado, pampas and pink suites were everywhere in the 70s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. It’s generally the colour that dates them, not the condition.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Faded or patchy colour
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
Before you book anyone
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- What happens if they find more damage
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Our work in Publow
Publow is about 3 miles south-west of Keynsham, in Bath and North East Somerset. Jobs in Publow are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your pictures, then a visit to do the work. Publow is one of 136 towns and villages in Bath and North East Somerset where we work. We work right across the region, from Publow to Birmingham (80 miles away).
Every address in BS39 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Publow Lane and Parsonage Lane, and we cover them all. We also travel to Woollard (1 mile east), Belluton (1 mile west), Pensford (1 mile south-west), Blackrock (1 mile north) and Lypiatt (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Bath (8 miles east), Keynsham (3 miles north-east), Bathwick (8 miles east), Walcot (8 miles east), Westmoreland (7 miles east) and Kingsmead (7 miles east).
Local landmarks in Publow
Our customers here include homes close to George And Dragon Public House, Pensford Primary School and Church of All Saints and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Keynsham station, about 3.4 miles north-east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around South Bristol Community Hospital (3.2 miles north-west) and Oval enclosure (3.6 miles south-west). The countryside around Publow includes Hunstrete Lake and Stephen's Vale Nature Reserve.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. There’s no area surcharge for Publow. The price reflects:
- The type of damage
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The colour and finish to match
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 make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Quotes from your pictures
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any details about the material
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A wider photo showing the whole suite
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
FAQs for Publow
Do you cover Publow?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Publow from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.
What about the toilet?
Ask us. The inside of a bowl is always wet and scrubbed, so we will advise honestly before quoting.
What happens next?
We review the pictures and send a fixed quote with dates.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
How soon can you come?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
Can I fix it myself?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.
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 photos.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
