Orkney Islands · Scotland
Non-Slip Bath Coating for Dounby homes
Our repair technicians come to Dounby for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
How it works
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Allow a few hours from start to finish. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and how to care for it.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- The area to be treated is masked out.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- We remove the masking for a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, generally overnight.
Before we arrive
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
How to get a price
For a price in Dounby, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
Advice
Non-slip bath coating at your home in Dounby
The coating is clear and textured, 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. Whether it’s resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and safety for older or less mobile people, we can usually put it right, on wet room floors (ask us), acrylic baths and enamelled baths alike.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re covered after the visit. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Location
- Dounby (KW17)
- County
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price is based on:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What the surface is made of
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Quotes from your photos
Before you send pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- The material, if you know it
- One sharp close-up of the damage
To get a price, send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We’ll say immediately if a repair is the right fix.
Where we work around Dounby
Dounby is about 12 miles north-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We travel to homes and businesses in Dounby and the surrounding area, so there’s no workshop to go to. Dounby is one of 51 places in the Orkney Islands we cover.
Our repair technicians cover all of the KW17 postcode area and the streets around it. That includes homes on Flett's Park, Back Road and Hillside Road. Nearby, we also work in Hourston (1 mile south), Skeabrae (1 mile west), Russland (2 miles south), Harray (3 miles south-east) and Tenston (3 miles south-west). Dounby is one of the larger places we cover in the Orkney Islands. Some remote addresses need extra planning, so call us to arrange it.
What’s near Dounby
Nearby you’ll also find Corrigall Farm Museum (2.1 miles south-east). For a walk, there’s Birsay moors RSPB Reserve and Greeny Hill.
Dounby questions
When can you do it?
We’ll give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
What does non-slip bath coating cost?
The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?
Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
How do I clean it?
Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.
Which areas do you work in?
We cover the entire UK, including Dounby and the rest of the Orkney Islands. Just include your postcode and we’ll offer you dates.
Do you do work for letting agents?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners.
Are there extra charges for Dounby?
We do not add a call-out fee. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
Repair or replace in Dounby?
The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Why us?
- Same prices wherever you are
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Dust sheets down, tidy finish
See our prices page.
What we’re called out for in Dounby
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.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Comparing quotes
- Who turns up on the day
- How the room is protected while they work
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Whether they match the colour on site
Also in Dounby
Landlord and trade work in Dounby
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
What we can’t put right
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- Surfaces that are already damaged or peeling (these need repairing first)
- Textured areas still wet or recently cleaned with oily products
- Outdoor surfaces
Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
Materials we repair
- Resurfaced baths
- Acrylic baths
- Enamelled baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Shower trays
Can I fix it myself?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
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.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
