Essex · England
Coloured suite to white in Shelley, Essex
Coloured bath resurfacing across Shelley and nearby, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Faded or patchy colour
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
Work for landlords and builders
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
How we handle coloured bath resurfacing in Shelley
We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, with no new plumbing or tiling. Most suites take one or two days. Our technicians work on coloured shower trays, whole bathroom suites and coloured basins, and people most frequently call us about a dated coloured suite you’d like in white and faded or patchy colour.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Shelley and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work. Care for the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.
- Location
- Shelley (CM5)
- County
- Essex
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we can’t put right
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not 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)
Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Whole bathroom suites
- Coloured shower trays
- Coloured basins
Towns and villages near Shelley
Also in Shelley
Repair or replace in Shelley?
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. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
What you get with us
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Usually one visit, start to finish
- We leave the room as we found it
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
See our prices page and bath cost comparison.
FAQs for Shelley
How much does coloured bath resurfacing cost in Shelley?
Resurfacing from £350. We give a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your CM5 postcode.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. Everywhere else in the home is fine.
Are you accredited?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is there a call-out fee?
We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.
What about the toilet?
Ask us. A toilet bowl is constantly wet, so we’ll tell you what will last.
Can you turn my avocado bath white?
Yes. We resurface it in white with it left in place.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We come back with a fixed price, plus dates. You are under no obligation.
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. You will know the full cost before you book. We look at:
- The material
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with no extras added later.
Quotes from your photos
You can take the photos on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Make sure they show:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- A picture taken from further back
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
What we do, step by step
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. It typically takes a day or two, depending on how many items, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- The room is protected and ventilated.
- Next we degrease everything and fix chips.
- We key the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
- Once cured, normally by the day after, the suite is ready.
Preparing for the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
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 will reply with a fixed quote. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
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Shelley and the surrounding area
Shelley is about 7 miles south-east of Harlow, in Essex. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. Shelley is one of 644 towns and villages in Essex where we work. Our nearest city page is London, about 21 miles away.
Here we cover the CM5 postcode area. Local streets include St Peter's Avenue, Bewlay Close and Queensway, all of which we cover. Nearby, we also work in Chipping Ongar (1 mile south), Greensted (1 mile south-west), High Ongar (1 mile south-east), Bobbingworth (1 mile north-west) and Greensted Green (2 miles west). Further out, we also cover Chelmsford (11 miles east), Basildon (14 miles south-east), Harlow (7 miles north-west), Brentwood (7 miles south-east), Billericay (10 miles south-east) and Loughton (9 miles south-west).
What’s near Shelley
Our customers here include homes close to The Cock Tavern, Ongar Primary School and Church of St Peter. Well-known places in the area include Willingale Doe (4 miles north-east) and St. Margaret's Hospital (5.1 miles west). Open spaces near Shelley include Gernon Bushes.
What we’re called out for in Shelley
Avocado, pampas and pink suites were everywhere in the 70s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. It’s usually the colour that dates them, not the condition.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Faded or patchy colour
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
What your quote should include
- What prep work is covered
- Who will actually do the work
- How to care for the finish
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
