Hertfordshire · England
Coloured suite to white in Whempstead, Hertfordshire
We travel to Whempstead for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfacing from £350
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
Coloured bath resurfacing in Whempstead, done in place
A full suite is normally done in one to two days. We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, so there is no plumbing or tiling. We are frequently asked to fix a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom and a dated coloured suite you’d like in white, on coloured shower trays, whole bathroom suites and avocado, pampas and pink baths.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we’ll sort it. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.
- Where
- Whempstead (SG12)
- County
- Hertfordshire
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- From £350. Free, fixed price from pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlords, agents and businesses in Whempstead
If you manage property in Whempstead, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll price them together.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
Should you replace it?
Replacing a coloured suite means a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Resurfacing turns it white without taking anything out. Prices start from £350. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Whempstead
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Normally one visit, start to finish
Read our prices page and resurfacing vs replacement cost guide.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
Also near Whempstead
Also in Whempstead
What coloured bath resurfacing costs
Prices start from £350. We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- Doing more than one item at once
- What kind of damage it is
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
We do not add 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.
Getting a price from pictures
We price nearly every job from photos. This is what to send:
- Something in shot to show the size
- Where you are, by postcode
- Details of any past repairs
- One picture of the whole suite
Email us a photo of the damage and one of the entire item, with your SG12 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
What we’re called out for in Whempstead
Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. It’s typically the colour that dates them, not the condition.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- A suite that does not match a new bathroom
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- Faded or patchy colour
Comparing quotes
- What preparation is included
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- How long it needs to cure
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair is not right for every job, 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)
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we work on in Whempstead
- Coloured basins
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Coloured shower trays
- Whole bathroom suites
The process
A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and tidy away. Plan for one to two days for a full suite. Before we go, we will explain how long to leave it and how to care for it.
- The room is protected and ventilated.
- Each item is cleaned, degreased and any chips repaired.
- The surface is prepared and primed.
- The new white, or other colour, finish is sprayed on.
- We leave everything to cure, typically until the following day.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the area is dry
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
Getting a price
There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
Advice
Whempstead and the surrounding area
Whempstead is about 5 miles south-east of Stevenage, in Hertfordshire. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. We cover all 381 towns and villages in Hertfordshire. You can also see our page for London, about 26 miles away.
Every address in SG12 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Whempstead Road and Mill Lane. We also cover the places around Whempstead: Dane End (1 mile east), Burn's Green (1 mile north-west), Sacombe (1 mile south-east), Haultwick (2 miles north-east) and Sacombe Green (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Stevenage (5 miles north-west), St Albans (13 miles south-west), Bishop's Stortford (10 miles east), Welwyn Garden City (7 miles south-west), Harpenden (12 miles west) and Hitchin (9 miles north-west).
What’s near Whempstead
Typical jobs here are in homes near Parish Church of All Saints and Munden Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School. For rail, the closest station is Watton-At-Stone station, about 1.8 miles south-west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Hertford County Hospital (5.4 miles south) and Benington Castle (2 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Astonbury Wood.
Questions from Whempstead
What information do you need?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before and we’ll plan for it.
Can a coloured bath be made white?
Yes. It’s resurfaced in white where it stands.
How quickly can you book me in?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Can you do the toilet too?
Talk to us first. The inside of a bowl is always wet and scrubbed, so we’ll advise honestly before quoting.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Do you charge for travel?
We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed price includes everything.
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