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Coloured suite to white in Tolgullow, Cornwall

Coloured bath resurfacing in and around Tolgullow: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
  • Faded or patchy colour
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book coloured bath resurfacing in Tolgullow

Coloured bath resurfacing at your home in Tolgullow

Everything is resurfaced where it stands, with no new plumbing or tiling. A full suite is usually done in one to two days. Typical jobs include a dated coloured suite you’d like in white and selling or letting a home with an old suite, across coloured basins, avocado, pampas and pink baths and coloured shower trays.

All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee. Care for the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.

Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician
Area
Tolgullow (TR16)
Area hub
Cornwall
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £350. Free, fixed quote from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Prices and what affects them

Resurfacing from £350. A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • What the surface is made of
  • How many areas need work
  • Unusual colours or finishes

Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Getting a price from photos

It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Please include:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A picture taken from further back
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

When we would advise against a repair

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • 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 will say what we think before you book.

Surfaces we repair

  • Coloured basins
  • Whole bathroom suites
  • Avocado, pampas and pink baths
  • Coloured shower trays

About Tolgullow

Tolgullow is about 2 miles east of Redruth, in Cornwall. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our repair technicians cover all 644 towns and villages across Cornwall, from the larger towns to small villages.

Postcode districts we cover here: TR16. We regularly work on streets such as Chyrose Road, Barrack's Lane and Wheal Gorland Road. We also travel to St Day (1 mile south), Little Beside (1 mile east), Vogue (1 mile south-west), Crofthandy (1 mile south-east) and Goon Gumpas (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Truro (6 miles east), Newquay (13 miles north-east), Falmouth (8 miles south-east), Camborne (5 miles south-west), Helston (10 miles south) and Hayle (11 miles west).

Near you in Tolgullow

We visit homes around Redruth School, The Fox & Hounds pub and Holy Trinity Parish Church, among other places. For rail, the closest station is Redruth station, roughly 1.9 miles south-west. Well-known places in the area include Museum of Cornish Methodism (0.9 miles south-east) and Camborne Redruth Community Hospital (2.8 miles west). For a walk, there’s St Agnes Beacon.

Map of Tolgullow © OpenStreetMap contributors

Can I fix it myself?

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

What we do, step by step

We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you are not left guessing. Once we are there, the work takes a day or two, depending on how many items for most jobs. We leave the room clean.

  1. First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
  2. We clean, degrease and repair any chips.
  3. The surface is prepared and primed.
  4. We spray on the new finish in white or your chosen colour.
  5. Once cured, normally by the day after, the suite is ready.

How to prepare

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings

Get a quote

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the suite, include your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed price, not an estimate.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

Common problems we fix in Tolgullow

Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and many are still sound. The problem is generally the colour, not the bath.

Common reasons people in Tolgullow contact us are:

  • Selling or letting a home with an old suite
  • A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
  • A suite that does not match a new bathroom
  • Faded or patchy colour

What to look for in a quote

  • How your room will be protected
  • What prep work is covered
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

10 questions to ask before booking

Repair or replace: which is better?

Replacing a coloured suite involves new sanitaryware, a plumber and a tiler. Refinishing it in white changes the colour without taking anything out. Prices start from £350. There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why us?

  • One visit for most repairs
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Fixed prices from your pictures

Read our prices page or bath cost comparison.

Work for landlords and builders

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Tolgullow use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it typically costs far less than a refit.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Common questions in Tolgullow

Can pets and children be at home?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.

Do you cover Tolgullow?

We do. Repair technicians travel to Tolgullow from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

When can you do it?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Is there any odour?

A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.

Is there a call-out fee?

Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.

What happens next?

You will get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You’re under no obligation.

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