Northamptonshire · England

Coloured Bath Resurfacing for Wilbarston homes

Our repair technicians come to Wilbarston for resurfacing coloured baths, basins and trays in white. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

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

Coloured bath resurfacing in Wilbarston

How we handle coloured bath resurfacing in Wilbarston

Most suites take one or two days. Everything is resurfaced where it stands, with no new plumbing or tiling. Whether it’s a dated coloured suite you’d like in white and a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom, we can help, whatever the material.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Wilbarston and across Northamptonshire. Treat it like any resurfaced bath: mild cleaners and no suction mats.

Technician in a mask working on a freestanding roll-top bath
Where
Wilbarston (LE16)
Region
Northamptonshire
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quote
From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Work for landlords and builders

Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

What we do, step by step

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. It generally takes a day or two, depending on how many items, and you are 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. The surface is prepared and primed.
  4. We spray the new white (or other colour) finish.
  5. We leave everything to cure, typically until the next day.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Open a window if you can
  • Point us to the nearest place to park

How to get a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire suite, add your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.

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Advice

Can I fix it myself?

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

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

Wilbarston and the surrounding area

Wilbarston is about 4 miles west of Corby, in Northamptonshire. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Wilbarston is one of 364 places in Northamptonshire we cover. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 46 miles away.

Our visits in LE16 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We regularly work on streets such as Main Street, Chapel Lane and Scotts Lane. We also travel to Stoke Albany (1 mile south-west), Brampton Ash (2 miles west), Dingley (3 miles west), Desborough (3 miles south) and Braybrooke (4 miles south-west). Larger places within reach include Corby (4 miles east), Kettering (7 miles south-east), Wellingborough (13 miles south), Market Harborough (5 miles west), Raunds (15 miles south-east) and Moulton (14 miles south).

Landmarks near Wilbarston

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Wilbarston Church of England Primary School, Fox Inn Public House and Church of All Saints, among other places. Wilbarston’s nearest station is Market Harborough station, roughly 4.5 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Rockingham Castle (3.8 miles north-east). Not far away are The Plens.

Map of Wilbarston © OpenStreetMap contributors

Prices and what affects them

Prices start from £350. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We look at:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Access to the area
  • The material
  • Doing more than one item at once

Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

How to get a fixed price

Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:

  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Any details about the material
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • One picture of the entire suite

Email us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your LE16 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

Common questions in Wilbarston

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

Do you charge for travel?

We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.

Do you hold any accreditations?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

What information do you need?

Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole suite and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.

Can tenants book a repair?

Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.

Can you turn my avocado bath white?

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

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Northamptonshire.

Repair or replace: which is better?

Replacing a coloured suite involves new sanitaryware, a plumber and a tiler. Resurfacing changes the colour with everything left in place. Prices start from £350. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Wilbarston. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Why book with us

  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Same prices wherever you are

Take a look at our full price list and guide to resurfacing and replacement costs.

What we’re called out for in Wilbarston

Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and plenty are still in good condition. It’s normally the colour that dates them, not the condition.

These are the problems we’re asked about most:

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

Comparing quotes

  • When it can be used again
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • Who will actually do the work

Choosing a repair company

What a repair can’t fix

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • 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.

What we work on

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