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Non-Slip Bath Coating for Alkrington homes

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for homes and businesses in Alkrington and across Greater Manchester. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

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FAQs for Alkrington

What happens if you find more damage?

If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we’ll quote them together.

How do I clean it?

Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Typically, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.

Do you work in Alkrington?

Yes, we do. Repair technicians travel to Alkrington from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Are there extra charges for Alkrington?

There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed price includes everything.

How do I get a price for non-slip bath coating in Alkrington?

Every job gets a fixed price from your pictures. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.

Non-slip bath coating in Alkrington without replacing anything

It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. Whether it’s safety for older or less mobile people and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, we can typically put it right.

All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months in Alkrington and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Where
Alkrington (M24, M9, OL9)
Area hub
Greater Manchester
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

How we price non-slip bath coating

You won’t pay by the hour. The price is based on:

  • The material
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • The size and number of damaged areas

A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Getting a price from pictures

Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Details of any past repairs
  • A photo taken from further back
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

For a price in Alkrington, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Why repair rather than replace?

The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. A repair typically costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we will give you the exact figure.

Why Alkrington clients choose us

  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • Rooms protected and left tidy

See our full price list.

Common problems we fix in Alkrington

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

People normally call us after spotting one of these:

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten

Before booking anyone

  • How long it needs to cure
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long

Choosing a repair company

About Alkrington

Alkrington is about 1 mile south of Middleton, in Greater Manchester. Jobs in Alkrington are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, then a visit to do the work. Alkrington is one of 72 towns and villages in Greater Manchester we cover.

Our visits in M24, M9 and OL9 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as Moss Lane, Manor Road and Mount Road. If you’re just outside Alkrington, we cover Greengate (1 mile south-east), Tonge (1 mile north), Firwood Park (1 mile north-east), Middleton (1 mile north) and Mills Hill (1 mile north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Manchester (4 miles south), Wythenshawe (11 miles south), Northern Quarter (4 miles south-west), Old Trafford (6 miles south-west), Chinatown (5 miles south-west) and Ancoats (4 miles south-west).

Around Alkrington

We visit homes around The Gardeners Arms, Church of St Leonard and Alkrington Primary School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include St Michael's Church (0.7 miles north), Wince Brook Park (within half a mile north-east), Plant Hill Arts College (1.5 miles west) and Co-op Academy North Manchester (0.7 miles south). The nearest railway station is Mills Hill station, roughly 1.2 miles north-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Booth Hall Children's Hospital (1.2 miles south-west) and Manchester Castle (4.1 miles south-west). Not far away are Tandle Hill and Boating lake.

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What we do, step by step

We work cleanly and quietly. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a morning or an afternoon. At the end we talk you through the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Preparing for the visit

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Point us to the nearest place to park

Get a quote

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures through our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Get a fixed price

Advice

Can I fix it myself?

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, 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 isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

When we’d advise against a repair

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

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before you book.

What we work on

  • Acrylic baths
  • Shower trays
  • Enamelled baths
  • Resurfaced baths
  • Wet room floors (ask us)

For landlords and businesses

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Greater Manchester and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

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