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Coloured suite to white in Warriston, Edinburgh

We travel to Warriston for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Resurfacing from £350
  • Selling or letting a home with an old suite
  • A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Coloured bath resurfacing near Warriston

How we handle coloured bath resurfacing in Warriston

A full suite is generally done in one to two days. Everything is resurfaced where it stands, with no new plumbing or tiling. If you’re dealing with a dated coloured suite you’d like in white and faded or patchy colour, we can help.

The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it. Look after the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.

Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath
Where
Warriston (EH3, EH5, EH6)
Region
Edinburgh
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

When a repair is not the answer

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not 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)

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.

What we work on

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

Landlord and trade work in Warriston

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access.

Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.

Why repair rather than replace?

Swapping a coloured suite for a white one means a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Refinishing it in white changes the colour without taking anything out. Prices start from £350. Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Why us?

  • No extra charge for your area
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • A year’s guarantee on all work

Take a look at our full price list or resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.

Warriston and nearby

Warriston is about 2 miles north of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. We agree a date that works for you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. Our technicians cover 175 places across Edinburgh.

Every address in EH3, EH5 and EH6 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Clark Road, Canon Lane and Hatters Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Goldenacre (1 mile north-west), Inverleith (1 mile west), Silvermills (1 mile south), Trinity (1 mile north) and Stockbridge (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Queensferry (8 miles west), South Portobello (3 miles south-east), Southhouse (5 miles south), Mayfield (3 miles south-east), Gilmerton (5 miles south-east) and Shandon (3 miles south-west).

Local landmarks in Warriston

Typical jobs here are in homes near London Street Primary School, Trinity Academy and Stockbridge public library and the streets around them. Nearby too are St Serf's Church (less than half a mile north-west), King George V Park (0.5 miles south), Drummond Community High School (0.6 miles south-east) and Public House (0.7 miles south-east). The closest station to Warriston is Edinburgh Waverley station, about 1.2 miles south. Well-known places in the area include Edinburgh Castle (1.3 miles south) and St. James Centre (1.1 miles south-east). Not far away are The New Leaf Co-op and Salisbury Crags.

Map of Warriston © OpenStreetMap contributors

Can I fix it myself?

For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

When to call us in Warriston

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

Most people contact us when they notice something like this:

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

Before you book anyone

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • Whether the price covers travel

How to compare quotes

Common questions in Warriston

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.

What areas do you cover?

Everywhere in the UK, Warriston included. Travel is included in the price.

Can you quote from pictures?

Usually, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

What happens after I send photos?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You are under no obligation.

Can you repair several things at once?

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

Do you cover Warriston?

Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Warriston and the rest of Edinburgh. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Can you do the toilet too?

Talk to us first. The inside of a bowl is always wet and scrubbed, so we’ll tell you what will last.

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £350. We give every job a fixed quote from photos. These are the things that affect it:

  • What the surface is made of
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.

Quotes from your pictures

We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Any details about the material
  • Something in shot to show the size

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

How it works

You do not 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 normally takes a day or two, depending on how many items, and you’re welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. First we protect the bathroom and set up ventilation.
  2. Each item is cleaned, degreased and any chips repaired.
  3. We key the surface and apply a bonding primer.
  4. The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
  5. Each item is left to cure, usually ready the day after.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

How to get a price

For a price in Warriston, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Get a fixed quote

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