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Non-Slip Bath Coating in Bonvilston

We travel to Bonvilston for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Worn-out textured areas
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Trusted non-slip bath coating in Bonvilston

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Bonvilston

It suits older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. If you are dealing with bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, we can typically put it right, whatever the material.

Every job is backed for twelve months in Bonvilston and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Bonvilston (CF5)
Area hub
Cardiff
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quote
Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Common questions in Bonvilston

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.

What do you need from me?

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

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.

Will there be a smell?

There can be some smell while we work. It fades as everything cures.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are often glad to have it sorted.

What does non-slip bath coating cost?

Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

The process

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a few hours. If we find something your photos didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.

  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. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally overnight.

Before we arrive

  • Ensure the room can be ventilated
  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

How to get a price

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.

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Where we work around Bonvilston

Bonvilston (Welsh: Tresimwn) is about 5 miles north-west of Barry, in Cardiff. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so there is no waiting around. We work in all 91 towns and villages across Cardiff.

Jobs in CF5 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Court Close, Cottrell Gardens and Maes-y-Ffynnon, all of which we cover. We also cover the places around Bonvilston: St Nicholas and Bonvilston (1 mile south-east), St Nicholas (1 mile east), Wyndham Park (1 mile north-east), Peterston-super-Ely (2 miles north-east) and Pendeulwyn (2 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Cardiff (7 miles north-east), Ely (4 miles east), Castle (7 miles east), Adamsdown (8 miles east), Roath (8 miles east) and Splott (8 miles east).

Around Bonvilston

Our customers here include homes close to Parish Church of St. Mary The Virgin, The Red Lion pub and St Nicholas C.I.W. Primary and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Barry station, roughly 4.9 miles south-east. Nearby you’ll also find Cottrell House (0.6 miles north-east) and South Glamorgan (2.8 miles north). Open spaces near Bonvilston include Nant Dyfrgi Pool and T. G. Tibbetts.

Map of Bonvilston © OpenStreetMap contributors

DIY kit or professional repair?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. 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.

Common problems we fix in Bonvilston

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.

Get in touch if you’ve noticed:

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

What your quote should include

  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • When it can be used again
  • How to look after the finish
  • If travel is included in the price

Our hiring checklist

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

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.

Surfaces we repair

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

Should you replace it?

Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. Instead of hourly rates, we price the whole job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

Why Bonvilston clients choose us

  • One price list for the whole UK
  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK

Take a look at our full price list.

What non-slip bath coating costs

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

  • The type of damage
  • How much damage there is
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The material and finish

Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. 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.

Send photos for a quote

Two or three clear pictures are normally enough. Try to include:

  • The material, if you know it
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

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

Landlord and trade work in Bonvilston

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Bonvilston as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

For anyone letting property in or around Bonvilston, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll price them together.

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