County Durham · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Close House, County Durham
Non-slip bath coating in Close House without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your photos, then book a visit.
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Safety for older or less mobile people
Landlord and trade work in Close House
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, fixing chips and scratches before handover so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Non-slip bath coating in Close House, done in place
It suits older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. Our technicians work on acrylic baths, shower trays and enamelled baths, and the jobs we see most are worn-out textured areas and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten.
You get a one-year guarantee, the same in Close House as everywhere else we work. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Area
- Close House (DL14)
- County
- County Durham
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Towns and villages near Close House
What else we do in Close House
Can I fix it myself?
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
Repair or replace in Close House?
The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath 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 your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Close House
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Read our pricing.
What happens on the day
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. You can expect it to take a morning or an afternoon.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- The area to be treated is masked out.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- We remove the masking for a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, typically overnight.
Preparing for the visit
- Make sure the area is dry
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Have a window or extractor fan available
How to get a price
If you’re in Close House and want a price, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Related advice
When a repair isn’t the answer
Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:
- 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
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Enamelled baths
- Resurfaced baths
- Acrylic baths
- Shower trays
Common questions in Close House
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
Will I see the coating?
Only slightly: the treated area looks slightly matt.
How do I clean it?
Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we will quote them together.
Is there any odour?
It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
What we’re called out for in Close House
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
People generally call us after spotting one of these:
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
What to look for in a quote
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How your room will be protected
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
How we price non-slip bath coating
We charge the same across the UK, including Close House. The price reflects:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Access to the area
What it costs depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed quote from your photos, so there are no surprises on the day.
How to get a fixed price
Photographing the damage takes a minute, and it saves a visit. Please include:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- What it’s made of, if you know
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
Close House and the surrounding area
Close House is about 2 miles east of Bishop Auckland, in County Durham. Across the DL14 area, a technician comes to you. We work in 329 places across County Durham. We work right across the region, from Close House to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 24 miles away).
Jobs in DL14 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Streets in the area include Close House, Stanley Street and Gibson Street, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Close House: Coundon Grange (1 mile west), Eldon (1 mile south), Eldon Lane (1 mile west), Coronation (1 mile west) and Grange Hill (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Durham (10 miles north), Newton Aycliffe (3 miles south-east), Spennymoor (4 miles north), Chester-le-Street (15 miles north), Peterlee (14 miles north-east) and Stanley (15 miles north).
What’s near Close House
Typical jobs here are in homes near King James I Academy, Hackworth Park and Prince Bishops Community Primary School. The nearest railway station is Shildon station, about 1.4 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Bishop Auckland Hospital (1.6 miles north-west) and Spanish Gallery (1.8 miles north-west).
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
