Highland · Scotland
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Ackergillshore, Highland
Non-slip bath coating across Ackergillshore and nearby, generally in one visit.
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.
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.
Non-slip bath coating at your home in Ackergillshore
It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. We regularly repair wet room floors (ask us), shower trays and acrylic baths, and common reasons people contact us are bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and safety for older or less mobile people.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Location
- Ackergillshore (KW1)
- County
- Highland
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Ackergillshore
We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- Access to the area
- The material and finish
- How much damage there is
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Ackergillshore. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.
Getting a price from photos
When you take your photos, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- The material, if you know it
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Where you are, by postcode
For a price in Ackergillshore, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
What we cannot put right
A repair is not always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs will not solve:
- 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 pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
What we work on
- Enamelled baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Resurfaced baths
- Acrylic baths
- Shower trays
Your questions about non-slip bath coating in Ackergillshore
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Can you redo someone else’s repair?
Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we will plan for it.
What areas do you cover?
Everywhere in the UK, Ackergillshore included. Travel is included in the price.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.
Do you do work for letting agents?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Ackergillshore
If you manage property in Ackergillshore, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we will price them together.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details.
Why repair rather than replace?
The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before booking.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ackergillshore
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- We leave the room as we found it
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Read our prices page.
What happens on the day
We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we are there. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a few hours. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to care for it.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- We mask out the area to be treated.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, normally overnight.
Preparing for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Open a window if you can
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
Get a quote
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower tray, add your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed quote, not an estimate.
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About Ackergillshore
Ackergillshore is about 17 miles south-east of Thurso, in Highland. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Our repair technicians cover 253 places across Highland, from the larger towns to small villages.
All of KW1 is within our area. Close by, we cover Reiss (2 miles west), Staxigoe (2 miles south-east), Wick (2 miles south), Haster (3 miles south-west) and Whiterow (3 miles south). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
Near you in Ackergillshore
Our clients here include homes close to Wick High School and the streets around them. Ackergillshore’s nearest station is Wick station, about 2.1 miles south. A little further out are Castle Sinclair Girnigoe (1.3 miles east) and Wick Heritage Museum (2.3 miles south). For a walk, there is Loch of Killimster.
What we’re called out for in Ackergillshore
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
Common reasons people in Ackergillshore contact us include:
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Questions to ask before booking
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Who turns up on the day
- How to care for the finish
- Whether they match the colour on site
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
