Torbay · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Babbacombe, Torbay
Non-slip bath coating in Babbacombe without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your pictures, then book a visit.
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Honest limits
Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:
- 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 before booking.
What we work on
- Enamelled baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
Non-slip bath coating in Babbacombe, done in place
It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. Common call-outs are for worn-out textured areas and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, in enamelled baths, acrylic baths and resurfaced baths.
Every job is backed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Area
- Babbacombe (TQ1, TQ2)
- Area hub
- Torbay
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Should I try a DIY kit first?
What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.
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 isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Babbacombe and nearby
Babbacombe is about 1 mile south-east of Torquay, in Torbay. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We cover all 23 towns and villages in Torbay.
Our technicians cover all of the TQ1 and TQ2 postcode area. Local streets include Rock Road, Denys Road and Berea Road, all of which we cover. If you’re just outside Babbacombe, we cover Ellacombe (1 mile north-west), Torquay (1 mile north-west), St Marychurch (1 mile north), Wellswood (1 mile south-east) and Torre (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Paignton (3 miles south-west), Brixham (5 miles south), Marldon (3 miles west), Goodrington (4 miles south-west) and Galmpton (6 miles south).
Landmarks near Babbacombe
Typical jobs here are in homes near Old Brewery pub, The Spires College and Parish Church of Christ Church and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Warberry CofE Academy (less than half a mile south-east), Abbey Park and Meadows (0.9 miles south-west) and Torquay Academy (1.2 miles north-west). The nearest railway station is Torre station, roughly 1.2 miles west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Real Crime Museum (0.8 miles south) and Cary Castle (1 mile north-west). Not far away are Occombe Valley Woods.
Do you need non-slip bath coating in Babbacombe?
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but with soap and water on them they become slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Comparing quotes
- Whether they match the colour on site
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- How soon you can use it again
Babbacombe questions
Can tenants book a repair?
We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.
What information do you need?
Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Do you come to Babbacombe?
We do. We send a technician to Babbacombe for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Do the materials smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
Can you price it without visiting?
Usually, yes. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed quote.
Is there a call-out fee?
Travel is included in the price, with the same prices everywhere we work.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
Repair or replace: which is better?
Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before you book, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Babbacombe
- One price list for the entire UK
- A fixed quote before you book
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Take a look at our pricing.
Prices and what affects them
We price every job individually, from your pictures. The main factors are:
- What kind of damage it is
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Doing more than one item at once
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Getting a price from pictures
Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:
- A picture taken from further back
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Where you are, by postcode
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote. There’s no charge for the quote and no obligation.
Landlord and trade work in Babbacombe
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Babbacombe as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We’re CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
The process
You don’t need to empty the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and start once you’re happy with the plan. Most jobs take a morning or an afternoon, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.
- We clean and degrease the standing area.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.
Getting ready for the visit
- Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children
- Clear the area around the damage
- Have a window or extractor fan available
How to get a price
Email us pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, with your TQ1 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
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