Suffolk · England

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Bacton, Suffolk

Our repair technicians come to Bacton for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

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

Trusted non-slip bath coating in Bacton

Non-slip bath coating in Bacton without replacing anything

It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. We work on enamelled baths, wet room floors (ask us) and resurfaced baths, and people most frequently call us about safety for older or less mobile people and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten.

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. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Where
Bacton (IP14)
Region
Suffolk
Cover
One year on every repair
Quotes
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Common problems we fix in Bacton

Smooth surfaces are 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 things customers generally mention when they call are:

  • 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

What to look for in a quote

  • If travel is included in the price
  • How to care for the finish
  • Who turns up on the day
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match

How to compare quotes

What we cannot put right

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:

  • 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’ll give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we work on in Bacton

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

What we do, step by step

Arrival times are agreed in advance. On site, it takes a morning or an afternoon. The room is left tidy.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, usually overnight.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

Ask for a price

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath or shower tray, we can give you a fixed quote the same day in most cases.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

Work for landlords and builders

Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

Bacton and the surrounding area

Bacton is about 5 miles north of Stowmarket, in Suffolk. From the centre of Bacton to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Bacton is one of 731 towns and villages in Suffolk we cover. We work right across the region, from Bacton to London (71 miles away).

Our visits in IP14 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on The Street, Pound Hill and Pretyman Avenue or a nearby road, we can come to you. We also cover the places around Bacton: Ford's Green (1 mile south-east), Cotton (1 mile east), Cow Green (1 mile south), Finningham (1 mile north) and Dandy Corner (1 mile east). Within a short drive, we also cover Bury St Edmunds (13 miles west), Stowmarket (5 miles south), Hadleigh (15 miles south), Diss (9 miles north-east), Needham Market (8 miles south) and Westbourne (14 miles south).

What’s near Bacton

Our clients here include homes close to Church of St Mary, Bacton Primary School and Railway Tavern. Bacton’s nearest station is Elmswell station, about 4.6 miles south-west. Nearby you’ll also find The Mechanical Music Museum & Bygones (0.5 miles east) and Finningham Cromwells Plantation (2.7 miles north). Open spaces near Bacton include Mellis Common.

Map of Bacton © OpenStreetMap contributors

What affects the price in Bacton

Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Access to the area
  • The material
  • Whether we combine several jobs

Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Send pictures for a quote

When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • Any details about the material
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower tray

If you’re in Bacton and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Bacton questions

What information do you need?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.

Is there any odour?

There may be a mild smell during the work.

When can you do it?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

What happens after I send photos?

We review the pictures and send a fixed quote and the next dates we have.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Which areas do you work in?

We cover the whole UK, including Bacton and the rest of Suffolk. Send your postcode with your pictures and we will confirm dates.

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

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

Will I see the coating?

Only slightly: the treated area looks slightly matt.

Why repair rather than replace?

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

What you get with us

  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job

See our prices page.

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