Dorset · England

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Clapgate, Dorset

Our technicians come to Clapgate for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating for Clapgate homes

What we’re called out for in Clapgate

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

Send us a picture if you notice any of these:

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Worn-out textured areas

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • Who will actually do the work
  • How changes to the job are handled

How to compare quotes

Non-slip bath coating in Clapgate, done in place

It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. Common call-outs are for a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and safety for older or less mobile people, in acrylic baths, resurfaced baths and enamelled baths.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Clapgate and across Dorset. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Location
Clapgate (BH21)
Area hub
Dorset
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quote
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

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’ll tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Clapgate

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

DIY repairs versus a professional job

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 does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

Prices and what affects them

A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • The material

Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Send pictures for a quote

You can typically get a fixed quote without us visiting. To help us price it:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Any details about the material

For a price in Clapgate, photos 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.

Covering Clapgate

Clapgate is about 1 mile north of Wimborne Minster, in Dorset. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Clapgate is one of 462 towns and villages in Dorset where we work.

Here we cover the BH21 postcode area. Other places close to Clapgate include Grange (1 mile east), Furzehill (1 mile south), Pig Oak (1 mile north-east), Holt (1 mile north-east) and God's Blessing Green (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Christchurch (11 miles south-east), Blandford Forum (8 miles west), Verwood (6 miles north-east), Ferndown (4 miles east), Broadstone (4 miles south) and Corfe Mullen (4 miles south-west).

Landmarks near Clapgate

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Church of St Michael and All Angels, Dumpton School and Queen Elizabeth's School and the streets around them. Well-known places in the area include Stapehill Abbey (2.8 miles south-east) and Alderney Hospital (5.2 miles south). Open spaces near Clapgate include Stoney Down.

Map of Clapgate © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should you replace it?

The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before you book.

What you get with us

  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Work done at your home or business

See our full price list.

What we do, step by step

On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we’ll take it from there. Most visits take a few hours, tidy-up included.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, normally overnight.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Open a window if you can
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

How to get a price

To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Get a free quote

Related advice

For landlords and businesses

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip.

If you manage property in Clapgate, we will quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.

Questions from Clapgate

How do I clean it?

Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Generally, yes. The old repair comes out first, so let us know about it.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

How do I book?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.

I’m a tenant. Can you help?

Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.

What happens if you find more damage?

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

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