Bournemouth · England
Coloured Bath Resurfacing for West Cliff homes
Our repair technicians come to West Cliff for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfacing from £350
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
Coloured bath resurfacing in West Cliff without replacing anything
A full suite is typically done in one to two days. We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, with no new plumbing or tiling. Our repair technicians work on avocado, pampas and pink baths, coloured shower trays and coloured basins, and common reasons people contact us are a dated coloured suite you’d like in white and a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom.
Peace of mind is built in: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking. Care for the new finish like a re-enamelled bath: gentle cleaners, no suction mats.
- Location
- West Cliff (BH2, BH1, BH4)
- County
- Bournemouth
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- From £350. Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. You will not pay by the hour. The price depends on:
- How much damage there is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- The material and finish
A repair generally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your pictures
The better the pictures, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- A picture taken from further back
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Details of any past repairs
- Something in shot to show the size
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
When a repair is not the answer
Some jobs are not right for a repair, 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)
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Coloured basins
- Whole bathroom suites
- Coloured shower trays
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
Can I fix it myself?
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 is not prepared the repair will not last.
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
Landlord and trade work in West Cliff
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.
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Questions from West Cliff
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.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we’ll ask for another photo.
Do the materials smell?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Is my repair covered?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Do you cover the whole of Bournemouth?
The whole UK, including all of Bournemouth. Send your postcode with your pictures and we’ll confirm dates.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
The process
We begin by going over the job with you. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. It normally takes a day or two, depending on how many items.
- The room is protected and ventilated.
- We clean, degrease and repair any chips.
- The surface is prepared and primed.
- The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
- Each item is left to cure, typically ready the next day.
Before we arrive
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Get a quote
Email us pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, with your BH2 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Related advice
When to call us in West Cliff
Avocado, pampas and pink suites were everywhere in the 70s and 80s, and many are still sound. It’s normally the colour that dates them, not the condition.
Send us a photo if you notice any of these:
- 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
What your quote should include
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- If travel is included in the price
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- How your room will be protected
About West Cliff
West Cliff is about 2 miles south of Bournemouth, in Bournemouth. Jobs in West Cliff are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from your photos, then a visit to do the work. Our repair technicians cover all 20 towns and villages across Bournemouth, from the larger towns to small villages.
We cover every part of the BH2, BH1 and BH4 postcode area. That includes homes on Bath Road, The Square and Exeter Road and the roads around them. Other places close to West Cliff include Richmond Hill (1 mile north-east), Lansdowne (1 mile north-east), Westbourne (1 mile west), East Cliff (1 mile east) and Meyrick Park (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Muscliff (3 miles north), Pokesdown (3 miles east), Redhill (3 miles north), Ensbury Park (3 miles north), West Howe (3 miles north-west) and Strouden Park (3 miles north-east).
Local landmarks in West Cliff
Around West Cliff, we work in homes near St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Winton Academy and Meyrick Park and the streets around them. Also close by are Unitarian Church (under half a mile north-west), Talbot Heath School (1.3 miles north-west) and Moon in the Square pub (less than half a mile north). West Cliff’s nearest station is Bournemouth station, about 1.1 miles north-east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Bournemouth (under half a mile west) and Brownsea Castle (3.9 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include St Catherine's Hill.
Why repair rather than replace?
Swapping a coloured suite for a white one involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Resurfacing turns it white without taking anything out. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. 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 price from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
Why choose Surface Doctor in West Cliff
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- No need to remove anything
Take a look at our full price list and bath cost comparison.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
