Liverpool · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Childwall, Liverpool
Non-slip bath coating across Childwall and nearby, generally in one visit.
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Common problems we fix in Childwall
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
What to look for in a quote
- What happens if they find more damage
- How to care for the finish
- Who turns up on the day
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
Non-slip bath coating at your home in Childwall
The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. We regularly repair resurfaced baths, enamelled baths and wet room floors (ask us), and the jobs we see most are a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and worn-out textured areas.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Area
- Childwall (L16, L25, L18)
- Region
- Liverpool
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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Should you replace it?
Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. 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.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Childwall
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- One-year guarantee on every repair
See our prices page.
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Where we work around Childwall
Childwall is about 2 miles south-west of Huyton with Roby, in Liverpool. Wherever you are in the L16 postcode area, we come to you. Childwall is one of 52 places in Liverpool we cover.
Our technicians cover all of L16, L25 and L18 and the streets around it. That includes homes on Well Lane, Score Lane and Basil Road and the roads around them. Neighbouring places we cover include Belle Vale (1 mile east), Gateacre (1 mile south-east), Woolton (2 miles south-east), Netherley (2 miles east) and Allerton (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Crosby (9 miles north-west), Everton (4 miles north-west), Orrell (7 miles north-west), Brighton-le-Sands (9 miles north-west), Holy Land (4 miles west) and Tranmere (6 miles west).
Around Childwall
We visit homes around All Saints' Church, Carleton House Preparatory School and Court Hey Park, among other places. Nearby too are Childwall Valley Primary School (0.5 miles east), The Coronation pub (0.5 miles north-east) and Gateacre School (0.8 miles south-east). Childwall’s nearest station is Broad Green station, about 0.9 miles north-west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Much Woolton (under half a mile west) and Liverpool Shopping Park (2.1 miles north-west). For a walk, there’s Speke and Garston Coastal Reserve and Princes Park lake.
When a repair is not the answer
In fairness, 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.
Surfaces we repair
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
- Shower trays
- Enamelled baths
For landlords and businesses
For anyone letting property in or around Childwall, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will come back with a combined price.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, pictures and access details.
Childwall: your questions answered
Is repairing better than replacing?
Typically, if the item is otherwise sound. Repairing avoids the cost and disruption of replacing. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Is there a call-out fee?
No. Our quotes include travel, with the same prices everywhere we work.
Is my repair covered?
All our work carries our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
How much does non-slip bath coating cost in Childwall?
We give a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item and your postcode.
What information do you need?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Include photos of each item.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Do you work in Childwall?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Childwall and the rest of Liverpool. Send photos and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
What affects the price in Childwall
There’s no area surcharge for Childwall. What changes the price is:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Access to the area
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The type of damage
A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
How to get a fixed price
Two or three clear pictures are typically enough. Try to include:
- Any details about the material
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- One picture of the whole bath or shower tray
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.
How it works
When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a morning or an afternoon. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- 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, usually overnight.
Before we arrive
- Make sure the area is dry
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Ask for a price
If you are in Childwall and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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