Dorset · England

Coloured suite to white in Ulwell, Dorset

Our repair technicians come to Ulwell for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • A suite that does not match a new bathroom
  • A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Coloured bath resurfacing near Ulwell

Coloured bath resurfacing in Ulwell, done in place

We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, so there’s no plumbing or tiling. Most suites take one or two days. Typical jobs include selling or letting a home with an old suite and faded or patchy colour, in whole bathroom suites, avocado, pampas and pink baths and coloured shower trays.

All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Ulwell and everywhere else. We return to put right any problem with the work. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.

Roll-top bath being refinished by a Surface Doctor technician
Area
Ulwell (BH19)
Region
Dorset
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Price
From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

What affects the price in Ulwell

Resurfacing from £350. You’ll know the full cost before booking. We look at:

  • The material and finish
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • How many areas need work

Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Send pictures for a quote

When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

Most clients in Ulwell get their price from photos. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Work for landlords and builders

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.

What we do, step by step

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, then carry out the work, which generally takes one to two days for a full suite. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. The room is protected and ventilated.
  2. We clean, degrease and repair any chips.
  3. We key the surface and apply a bonding primer.
  4. We spray on the new finish in white or your chosen colour.
  5. Once cured, normally by the next day, the suite is ready.

Before we arrive

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

Ask for a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire suite, include your postcode and send them over. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Common problems we fix in Ulwell

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

Signs it’s time to call us include:

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

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Who turns up on the day

Our hiring checklist

Repairing versus replacing in Ulwell

Replacing a coloured suite means a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Refinishing it in white changes the colour without taking anything out. Prices start from £350. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.

Why book with us

  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year

Read our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

What we can’t put right

To be straight with you, 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)

Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

Materials we repair

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

About Ulwell

Ulwell is about 7 miles south of Poole, in Dorset. Whether you are in the middle of Ulwell or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 462 towns and villages in Dorset.

Here we cover the BH19 postcode area. Neighbouring places we cover include Herston (1 mile south), Studland (1 mile north-east), Swanage (1 mile south), Langton Matravers (2 miles south-west) and Durlston (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Christchurch (12 miles north-east), Wimborne Minster (12 miles north), Ferndown (13 miles north), Broadstone (9 miles north), Corfe Mullen (10 miles north) and Highcliffe (14 miles north-east).

Near you in Ulwell

Around Ulwell, we work in homes near The Crows Nest Inn, Day's Park and The Swanage School and the streets around them. Also close by are St Mary's Catholic Primary School (within half a mile south-east) and All Saints Church (0.7 miles south-east). Nearby you’ll also find Swanage Railway (1.1 miles south-west) and Brownsea Castle (4.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Arne RSPB reserve and Dean Hill.

Map of Ulwell © OpenStreetMap contributors

Ulwell: your questions answered

Can you quote from pictures?

Normally, yes. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Do you come to Ulwell?

Yes. We cover the whole UK and travel to Ulwell. Send photos and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Usually, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Generally, yes. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send pictures.

Will there be a smell?

Expect a mild smell while we’re working.

Is my repair covered?

All our work carries a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Can you turn my avocado bath white?

Yes. It’s resurfaced in white where it stands.

Can you do the toilet too?

Ask us. The inside of a bowl is always wet and scrubbed, so we’ll advise honestly before quoting.

Can I fix it myself?

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.

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