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Non-Slip Bath Coating for Ashbocking homes

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays at your home in Ashbocking, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.

  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating near Ashbocking

Can I fix it myself?

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

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Ashbocking

It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. We are often asked to fix bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and safety for older or less mobile people, in acrylic baths, shower trays and wet room floors (ask us).

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Ashbocking (IP6)
County
Suffolk
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quote
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

About Ashbocking

Ashbocking is about 6 miles north of Kesgrave, in Suffolk. 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. We work in 731 places across Suffolk, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is London, about 71 miles away.

Here we cover the IP6 postcode area. Local streets include Church Road and Helmingham Road, and we cover them all. If you are just outside Ashbocking, we cover Swilland (1 mile south), Gosbeck (2 miles west), Hemingstone (2 miles west), Witnesham (3 miles south) and Crowfield (3 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Ipswich (7 miles south), Felixstowe (14 miles south-east), Stowmarket (9 miles west), Kesgrave (6 miles south), Woodbridge (6 miles south-east) and Hadleigh (12 miles south-west).

Landmarks near Ashbocking

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Lord Nelson pub, Otley Primary School and Church of St Mary the Virgin. Ashbocking’s nearest station is Westerfield station, roughly 4.9 miles south. Nearby you will also find Claydon Hall (4.4 miles south-west). For a walk, there is Brooke House Nature Reserve.

Map of Ashbocking © OpenStreetMap contributors

Honest limits

Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:

  • 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 photos and we will say what we think before you book.

Materials we repair

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

What we do, step by step

We turn up when we said we would and looks over the damage before anything else. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a few hours, and we leave the room as we found it.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

Ask for a price

For most jobs, pictures are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

Questions from Ashbocking

Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?

Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

Can pets and children be at home?

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

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.

Is the work guaranteed?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.

Can landlords book you?

Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

What affects the price in Ashbocking

You will know the full cost before booking. We take into account:

  • The colour and finish to match
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • The material and finish

We don’t add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Quotes from your photos

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

  • Details of any past repairs
  • The material, if you know it
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Something in shot to show the size

To get a price, send two or three pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Do you need non-slip bath coating in Ashbocking?

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.

Look out for any of the following:

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet

Comparing quotes

  • What prep work is covered
  • Who turns up on the day
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Aftercare advice

Choosing a repair company

Landlords, agents and businesses in Ashbocking

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Suffolk and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.

Repair or replace: which is better?

Instead, you could go for 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. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Why book with us

  • One visit for most repairs
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor

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