Essex · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Ardley End, Essex
Non-slip bath coating for Ardley End, without a refit. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then book a visit.
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Non-slip bath coating in Ardley End, done in place
It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. We work on shower trays, resurfaced baths and acrylic baths, and people most often call us about bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we will sort it. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Where
- Ardley End (CM22)
- Area hub
- Essex
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Ardley End
What information do you need?
Photos of the damage, a picture of the whole bath or shower tray and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
Will I see the coating?
Only slightly: the treated area looks slightly matt.
Do I need to be at home?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Ardley End.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.
What happens on the day
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll get on with it. The job generally runs to a few hours.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- We remove the masking for a neat edge.
- Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Ask for a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We’ll say straight away whether it can be repaired.
Advice
What affects the price in Ardley End
There’s no area surcharge for Ardley End. What changes the price is:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How many items we do on one visit
- How much damage there is
- What the surface is made of
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. We give a fixed quote from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.
Send pictures for a quote
Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:
- Natural light rather than flash
- What it’s made of, if you know
- Details of any past repairs
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
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Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
Repair or replace in Ardley End?
Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ardley End
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Most jobs done in one visit
- No extra charge for your area
See our prices page.
Where we work around Ardley End
Ardley End is about 5 miles south-east of Bishop's Stortford, in Essex. We travel to homes and businesses in Ardley End and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. We cover 644 places across Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 25 miles away.
Every address in CM22 is within our area. Whether you live on Matching Road, Ardley Crescent and Friars Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. If you’re just outside Ardley End, we cover Hatfield Heath (1 mile north-west), Hatfield Broad Oak (2 miles north-east), Bedlar's Green (3 miles north), Aythorpe Roding (4 miles east) and Hellman's Cross (4 miles north-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Chelmsford (13 miles south-east), Harlow (5 miles south-west), Brentwood (13 miles south), Billericay (15 miles south-east), Loughton (13 miles south-west) and Saffron Walden (15 miles north).
Landmarks near Ardley End
Around Ardley End, we work in homes near Hatfield Heath Primary School, The Stag Public House and Holy Trinity Church and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Sawbridgeworth station, roughly 2.3 miles west of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Harlow Mill (3.9 miles west) and Herts and Essex Hospital (4.3 miles north). Open spaces near Ardley End include Sawbridgeworth Marsh and Portingbury Hills.
What we are called out for in Ardley End
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.
Customers typically contact us about:
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
What your quote should include
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How the room is protected while they work
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
What we can’t put right
It helps to know what we can’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
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
- Enamelled baths
For landlords and businesses
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Ardley End use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
