Essex · England
Coloured Bath Resurfacing for Wivenhoe Cross homes
Our repair technicians come to Wivenhoe Cross 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 does not match a new bathroom
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
Wivenhoe Cross questions
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can a coloured bath be made white?
Yes. We resurface it in white with it left in place.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Normally, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
Do you hold any accreditations?
We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Do the materials smell?
There can be some smell while we work, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
When can you do it?
We will give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
You get a fixed quote and available dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
About our coloured bath resurfacing in Wivenhoe Cross
We resurface the bath, basin and tray in place, so there’s no plumbing or tiling. Most suites take one or two days. Common call-outs are for a suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom and faded or patchy colour, on whole bathroom suites, coloured shower trays and avocado, pampas and pink baths.
We guarantee the work for a year. 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.
- Area
- Wivenhoe Cross (CO7)
- Region
- Essex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- From £350. Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Repairing versus replacing in Wivenhoe Cross
Swapping a coloured suite for a white one involves a plumber, a tiler and new taps. Refinishing it in white turns it white without taking anything out. Resurfacing from £350, with every job priced individually. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.
Why Wivenhoe Cross clients choose us
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Same prices wherever you are
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Take a look at our prices page or bath cost comparison.
Prices and what affects them
Resurfacing from £350. You’ll know the full cost before you book. We take into account:
- How hard the colour is to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The type of damage
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before you book.
How to get a fixed quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Try to send:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- One picture of the whole suite
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Any details about the material
There’s no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
What we do, step by step
We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. It normally takes one to two days for a full suite, and we will tell you if anything changes.
- The room is protected and ventilated.
- Next we degrease everything and fix chips.
- We prepare the surface and apply a bonding primer.
- We spray on the new finish in white or your chosen colour.
- Once cured, normally by the day after, the suite is ready.
Before we arrive
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
How to get a price
Send us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Wivenhoe Cross, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Related advice
What we’re called out for in Wivenhoe Cross
Coloured suites were fitted in huge numbers in the 1970s and 80s, and many are still sound. It’s usually the colour that dates them, not the condition.
Common reasons people in Wivenhoe Cross contact us are:
- A dated coloured suite you’d like in white
- A suite that doesn’t match a new bathroom
- Selling or letting a home with an old suite
- Faded or patchy colour
Questions to ask before you book
- What aftercare is recommended
- How the colour is matched
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How your room will be protected
Our work in Wivenhoe Cross
Wivenhoe Cross is about 3 miles south-east of Colchester, in Essex. We visit homes and businesses in Wivenhoe Cross and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. Wivenhoe Cross is one of 644 towns and villages in Essex where we work. You can also see our page for London, about 52 miles away.
We work across CO7. Jobs here include addresses on Leys Road, The Avenue and Heath Road. We also travel to Wivenhoe (1 mile south), Wivenhoe Quay (1 mile south), Elmstead (1 mile north-east), Rowhedge (1 mile south-west) and East Donyland (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Colchester (3 miles north-west), Clacton-on-Sea (9 miles south-east), Maldon (15 miles south-west), Witham (15 miles west), Harwich (14 miles east) and Camulodunum (4 miles west).
What’s near Wivenhoe Cross
We visit homes around Horse and Groom pub, Colchester Academy and Donyland Lodge. Other local landmarks include Broomgrove Infant School (less than half a mile west), The Church of St Mary (0.8 miles south) and Colne Local Nature Reserve (less than half a mile west). The closest station to Wivenhoe Cross is Wivenhoe station, roughly 0.8 miles south. A little further out are Wivenhoe Chapel Museum (under half a mile south) and Lion Walk (3.1 miles north-west). The countryside around Wivenhoe Cross includes Cockaynes Wood.
Landlord and trade work in Wivenhoe Cross
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
What we can’t put right
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We can’t 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 photos and we will give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Coloured basins
- Avocado, pampas and pink baths
- Whole bathroom suites
- Coloured shower trays
DIY kit or professional repair?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
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