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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Bridge End, Edinburgh

Our repair technicians come to Bridge End for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating in Bridge End

Non-slip bath coating at your home in Bridge End

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. Typical jobs include bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, across acrylic baths, shower trays and resurfaced baths.

We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Where
Bridge End (EH16, EH9)
Region
Edinburgh
Cover
One year on every repair
Price
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Work for landlords and builders

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

Our work in Bridge End

Bridge End is about 1 mile south-east of Newington, in Edinburgh. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. We cover 175 places across Edinburgh.

We cover every part of the EH16 and EH9 postcode area. You will find streets such as Lady Road, Old Mill Lane and Clearburn Road, all of which we cover. Being close to the A7, Bridge End is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Bridge End: Cameron Toll (1 mile north-west), Inch (1 mile south), Prestonfield (1 mile north-west), Craigmillar (1 mile north-east) and Mayfield (1 mile north-west). Within a short drive, we also cover Leith (4 miles north), Bonnington (3 miles north), Bellevue (3 miles north-west), Silvermills (3 miles north-west), West End (3 miles north-west) and Pilrig (3 miles north).

Landmarks near Bridge End

In Bridge End, that means homes near Craigmillar Park Church, St Margaret's School and Leslie's Bar and the streets around them. You will also find Peffermill Playing Fields (under half a mile north), Duddingston Kirk (1 mile north), Royal Blind School (0.7 miles west) and National Museums Scotland Library (1.8 miles north-west). For rail, the closest station is Edinburgh Waverley station, roughly 2.1 miles north-west. Well-known places in the area include Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (less than half a mile west) and Craigmillar Castle (0.6 miles east). For a walk, there is Duddingston Loch and Nether Hill.

Map of Bridge End © OpenStreetMap contributors

Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Bridge End

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:

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

What to look for in a quote

  • How soon you can use it again
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • Who turns up on the day
  • How changes to the job are handled

10 questions to ask before booking

When a repair is not the answer

We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair will not do:

  • 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)
  • Resurfaced baths
  • Acrylic baths
  • Shower trays
  • Enamelled baths

What we do, step by step

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we’re doing. It generally takes a morning or an afternoon, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  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, typically overnight.

How to prepare

  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Point us to the nearest place to park

Get a quote

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We’ll say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

Get a free quote

Advice

Questions from Bridge End

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

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

Will the price change on the day?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. Nothing extra is done without your say-so.

Which areas do you work in?

Across the UK, so Bridge End is covered. Prices do not change with location.

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

Only slightly: it shows as a matt area where you stand.

Do I need to be at home?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, but check with your landlord or agent first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.

What information do you need?

Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.

What happens next?

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

Should you replace it?

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. We do not add extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Why book with us

  • One price list for the entire UK
  • One visit for most repairs
  • 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

Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:

  • What the surface is made of
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The colour and finish to match

Our prices are the same across the UK, so there’s no premium for Bridge End. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

How to get a fixed quote

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:

  • Details of any past repairs
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • A photo taken from further back

If you are in Bridge End and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

Can I fix it myself?

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

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