Shropshire · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating for Barkers Green homes

Non-slip bath coating for Barkers Green, without a refit. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then book a visit.

  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted non-slip bath coating in Barkers Green

Repairing versus replacing in Barkers Green

The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. 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.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Barkers Green

  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide

Take a look at our pricing.

Non-slip bath coating in Barkers Green, done in place

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

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Barkers Green (SY4)
County
Shropshire
Cover
A year, on every repair
Quote
Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

For landlords and businesses

If you manage property in Barkers Green, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we’ll arrange it.

Common problems we fix in Barkers Green

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Worn-out textured areas

Comparing quotes

  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • Who turns up on the day
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show

Our hiring checklist

FAQs for Barkers Green

Can tenants book a repair?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.

How do I book?

Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, access to the room.

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

Very little: the treated area looks slightly matt.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Normally, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so let us know about it.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Of course, and it usually saves money. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.

How quickly can you book me in?

We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

What a repair can’t fix

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not 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 pictures and we will say what we think before you book.

Materials we repair

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

Our work in Barkers Green

Barkers Green is about 10 miles south-west of Market Drayton, in Shropshire. From the centre of Barkers Green to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 433 towns and villages in Shropshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Liverpool, about 40 miles away.

Jobs in SY4 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. We also cover the places around Barkers Green: Wem (1 mile north-west), Clive (3 miles south), Grinshill (3 miles south), Yorton (3 miles south-west) and Loppington (3 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Shrewsbury (10 miles south), Oswestry (14 miles west), Market Drayton (10 miles north-east), Coleham (10 miles south), Kingsland (10 miles south) and Whitchurch (8 miles north).

Local landmarks in Barkers Green

We visit homes around St Peter's CofE Primary School, Wem Rec and Church of St Peter and St Paul. Other local landmarks include Thomas Adams School (1.2 miles north-west), Thomas Adams School (1.2 miles north-west) and The Albion Public House And Adjoining Stables To East (0.7 miles north-west). For rail, the closest station is Wem station, about 0.7 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are North Shropshire (0.8 miles north-west) and Soulton Hall Moat (1.8 miles north-east). For a walk, there is Hawk Lake.

Map of Barkers Green © OpenStreetMap contributors

DIY repairs versus a professional job

It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

How the visit works

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, protect the area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a morning or an afternoon. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. Next we mask off the area.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally overnight.

Before we arrive

  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

Getting a price

There is no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

Get a fixed price

Advice

What affects the price in Barkers Green

There is no charge for travel to Barkers Green. The price comes down to:

  • How many areas need work
  • Access to the area
  • The colour and finish to match
  • The material and finish

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.

Quotes from your pictures

We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:

  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Any details about the material
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Natural light rather than flash

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath or shower tray, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.

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