Shetland Islands · Scotland
Coloured suite to white in Scatness, Shetland Islands
Our repair technicians come to Scatness for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Faded or patchy colour
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
About our coloured bath resurfacing in Scatness
We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, so there is no plumbing or tiling. Most suites take one or two days. Common call-outs are for a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom and faded or patchy colour, in avocado, pampas and pink baths, coloured shower trays and coloured basins.
All our work comes with a one-year guarantee. Care for the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.
- Area
- Scatness (ZE3)
- Region
- Shetland Islands
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
A repair is not right for every job, 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)
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Whole bathroom suites
- Coloured shower trays
- Coloured basins
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
Can I fix it myself?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
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.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we’ve agreed what we’re doing. It generally takes one to two days for a full suite, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
- We clean, degrease and repair any chips.
- The surface is prepared and primed.
- We spray the new white (or other colour) finish.
- Once cured, normally by the following day, the suite is ready.
Getting ready for the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
Get a quote
If you are in Scatness and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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Towns and villages near Scatness
Other services in Scatness
Where we work around Scatness
Scatness is in the Shetland Islands. Anywhere in ZE3, we come to you. Our repair technicians cover all 63 towns and villages across the Shetland Islands.
Our visits in ZE3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Sanblister Place and Colonial Place and the roads around them. We also cover the places around Scatness: Toab (1 mile north), Exnaboe (1 mile north), Hestingott (1 mile north), Boddam (3 miles north) and South Scousburgh (4 miles north). If you are somewhere remote, call first so we can plan the visit.
Around Scatness
Nearby you will also find Shetland Crofthouse Museum (2.8 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Sumburgh Head RSPB reserve and Loch of Huesbreck.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Swapping a coloured suite for a white one involves new sanitaryware, a plumber and a tiler. Refinishing it in white turns it white with everything left in place. Our coloured bath resurfacing starts from £350. Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Scatness
- A fixed quote before booking
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- No need to remove anything
- A year’s guarantee on all work
See our prices page and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.
Work for landlords and builders
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.
Scatness: your questions answered
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
How do I get a price for coloured bath resurfacing in Scatness?
Prices start from £350. Every job gets a fixed quote from your photos. Send a close-up and a picture of the whole item with your ZE3 postcode.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across the Shetland Islands.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Is the work guaranteed?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Do you work in Scatness?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Scatness and the rest of the Shetland Islands. Send pictures and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What we’re called out for in Scatness
Avocado, pampas and pink suites were everywhere in the 70s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. The problem is typically the colour, not the bath.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- Faded or patchy colour
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
What your quote should include
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How your room will be protected
What affects the price in Scatness
Prices start from £350. Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- The material
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. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Send photos for a quote
Phone pictures are fine. Make sure they show:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Natural light rather than flash
- A wider photo showing the whole suite
There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
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