Wokingham · England
Coloured suite to white in Reading, Wokingham
Our repair technicians come to Reading for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
About our coloured bath resurfacing in Reading
A full suite is typically done in one to two days. We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, with no new plumbing or tiling. Whether it’s a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom and a dated coloured suite you’d like in white, we can help.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee. Care for the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.
What we cannot put right
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- 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.
Materials we work on in Reading
- Coloured shower trays
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Whole bathroom suites
- Coloured basins
Repair or replace in Reading?
Replacing a coloured suite involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Resurfacing changes the colour without taking anything out. Prices start from £350. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Reading
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Work done at your home or business
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
Read our full price list or bath cost comparison.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Reading
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.
Prices and what affects them
Prices start from £350. There’s no area surcharge for Reading. The price reflects:
- How hard the colour is to match
- Access to the area
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
How to get a fixed quote
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Natural light rather than flash
- Any details about the material
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole suite, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
How the visit works
Arrival times are agreed in advance. Once we are there, the work takes a day or two, depending on how many items in most cases. We leave the room clean and you’ll know when it can be used.
- We protect the room and ventilate it.
- 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.
- Once cured, normally by the following day, the suite is ready.
Preparing for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
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Covering Reading
Reading is about 38 miles west of London, in Wokingham. Across the RG6 area, we carry out the work at your property. Reading is one of 35 towns and villages in Wokingham where we work. Our jobs stretch from Reading to London (38 miles away).
Jobs in RG6, RG31, RG1 and RG30 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. From Downshire Square, Market Way and Market Place or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. With the A4 and A33 close by, Reading is easy for our technicians to reach. We also cover the places around Reading: Coley Park (1 mile south-west), West Reading (1 mile north-west), Newtown (1 mile east), Lower Caversham (1 mile north-east) and Whitley (2 miles south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Wokingham (6 miles south-east), Woodley (3 miles east), Crowthorne (9 miles south-east), Lower Earley (3 miles south-east), Winnersh (4 miles east) and Woosehill (6 miles south-east). Reading is among the bigger towns we cover in Wokingham.
Local landmarks in Reading
Our clients here include homes close to Eurospeak Language School, University of Reading library and All Nations Christian Centre, among other places. You will also find Former Kennet Arms (within half a mile east), Kendrick School (0.6 miles north-east), Coley Primary School (under half a mile north) and Eldon Square (0.9 miles east). For rail, the closest station is Reading West station, roughly 0.7 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Oracle (within half a mile north-east) and Berkshire Medical Heritage Centre Museum (0.8 miles east). Open spaces near Reading include Sonning Hill and Longwater.
DIY kit or professional repair?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
Do you need coloured bath resurfacing in Reading?
Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. It’s generally the colour that dates them, not the condition.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- Faded or patchy colour
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
What to look for in a quote
- How long it needs to cure
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- What protection goes down before work starts
- What happens if they find more damage
Reading: your questions answered
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before and we’ll plan for it.
Can pets and children be at home?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We come back with a fixed quote, typically with dates to choose from. There is no obligation to book.
Can a coloured bath be made white?
Yes. It’s resurfaced in white where it stands.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Do you work in Reading?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Reading and the rest of Wokingham. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
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