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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Ackenthwaite, Cumbria
Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for homes and businesses in Ackenthwaite and across Cumbria. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Safety for older or less mobile people
Non-slip bath coating in Ackenthwaite without replacing anything
It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. If you’re dealing with worn-out textured areas and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Where
- Ackenthwaite (LA7)
- Area hub
- Cumbria
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What a repair cannot fix
We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:
- Surfaces that are already damaged or peeling (these need repairing first)
- Textured areas still wet or recently cleaned with oily products
- Outdoor surfaces
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Resurfaced baths
- Enamelled baths
- Shower trays
- Acrylic baths
How the visit works
On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a few hours. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We apply the clear textured coating.
- We lift the masking for a clean edge.
- Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.
How to prepare
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Clear the area around the damage
Ask for a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
Related advice
Work for landlords and builders
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Other services in Ackenthwaite
Where we work around Ackenthwaite
Ackenthwaite is about 7 miles south of Kendal, in Cumbria. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Ackenthwaite is one of 438 towns and villages in Cumbria where we work. We work right across the region, from Ackenthwaite to Manchester (about 56 miles away).
Here we cover the LA7 postcode area. Jobs here include addresses on Kirkgate Lane, Haverflatts Lane and Chestnut Way. Close by, we cover Milnthorpe (1 mile west), Rowell (1 mile north-east), Heversham (1 mile north-west), Leasgill (2 miles north-west) and Beetham (2 miles south-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Kendal (7 miles north), Ulverston (14 miles west), Windermere (12 miles north-west), Grange-over-Sands (7 miles south-west), Bowness-on-Windermere (11 miles north-west) and Sedbergh (11 miles north-east).
Landmarks near Ackenthwaite
We visit homes around Dallam School, Milnthorpe Primary School and St Thomas' Church, among other places. The nearest railway station is Arnside station, roughly 3.4 miles south-west. A little further out are Sizergh Castle (3.8 miles north) and Westmorland General Hospital (5.4 miles north). Open spaces near Ackenthwaite include Clawthorpe Fell and Hawes Water.
Repair or replace in Ackenthwaite?
Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ackenthwaite
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- One visit for most repairs
- One price list for the whole UK
Read our pricing.
How we price non-slip bath coating
We charge the same across the UK, including Ackenthwaite. What changes the price is:
- The material
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- What kind of damage it is
- Doing more than one item at once
There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Send photos for a quote
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower tray
- Natural light rather than flash
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
Your questions about non-slip bath coating in Ackenthwaite
Will I see the coating?
Very little: the treated area looks slightly matt.
Do I have to be there?
We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Will there be a smell?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It clears as the materials cure.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we have finished.
Do you work in Ackenthwaite?
Yes. We work across the UK and travel to Ackenthwaite and the rest of Cumbria. Send photos and we will quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Is there a guarantee?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
Is there a call-out fee?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Ackenthwaite.
Common problems we fix in Ackenthwaite
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
Get in touch if you’ve noticed:
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Before booking anyone
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
- What prep work is covered
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
- How long it needs to cure
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
