Perth and Kinross · Scotland
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Balado, Perth and Kinross
Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for homes and businesses in Balado and across Perth and Kinross. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Repair or replace in Balado?
The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you will get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Balado
- Typically one visit, start to finish
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
See our prices page.
About our non-slip bath coating in Balado
It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. Our repair technicians work on resurfaced baths, acrylic baths and enamelled baths, and common reasons people contact us are safety for older or less mobile people and worn-out textured areas.
All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Location
- Balado (KY13)
- Area hub
- Perth and Kinross
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
What else we do in Balado
DIY repairs versus a professional job
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Honest limits
To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:
- 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.
Surfaces we repair
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Acrylic baths
- Enamelled baths
- Shower trays
- Resurfaced baths
Common problems we fix in Balado
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re 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.
These are the problems we are asked about most:
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Before you book anyone
- How to look after the finish
- Who turns up on the day
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Whether they match the colour on site
Where we work around Balado
Balado is about 10 miles north of Dunfermline, in Perth and Kinross. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover all 107 towns and villages in Perth and Kinross, from the larger towns to small villages. We work right across the region, from Balado to Edinburgh (21 miles away).
Our visits in KY13 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You will find streets such as Dawson's Court, The Nurseries and Killochburn Crescent, all of which we cover. Neighbouring places we cover include Kinross (1 mile east), Milnathort (2 miles north-east), Carnbo (3 miles west), Gairney Bank (3 miles south-east) and Gairneybridge (3 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Perth (13 miles north), Auchterarder (11 miles north-west), Letham (13 miles north), Scone (15 miles north), Tulloch (14 miles north) and Oakbank (13 miles north).
What’s near Balado
We visit homes around Kinross High School and the streets around them. A little further out are Loch Leven Castle (2.7 miles east). Not far away are Benarty Hill and Loch Leven.
Common questions in Balado
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit generally costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.
Are you accredited?
We hold CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile accreditations.
Can you repair something that is been repaired before?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
What areas do you cover?
We work UK-wide. Prices don’t change with location.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses across Perth and Kinross.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
What does non-slip bath coating cost?
The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
What affects the price in Balado
We do not charge extra for travel to Balado. The price depends on:
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- How hard the colour is to match
- The material and finish
- Whether we combine several jobs
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 play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Quotes from your photos
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Details of any past repairs
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we’ll come back with a fixed figure.
Landlord and trade work in Balado
We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
What happens on the day
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a few hours, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- Next we mask off the area.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, normally overnight.
How to prepare
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Ensure the room can be ventilated
Getting a price
If you’re in Balado and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
