East Lothian · Scotland

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Dunbar, East Lothian

Non-slip bath coating in Dunbar without the cost of replacing. Get a fixed price from your photos, then we come to you.

  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need non-slip bath coating in Dunbar?

About our non-slip bath coating in Dunbar

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. Our technicians work on enamelled baths, shower trays and acrylic baths, and common reasons people contact us are bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and safety for older or less mobile people.

You are covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Dunbar (EH42)
Region
East Lothian
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Quote
Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, 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 clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.

What non-slip bath coating costs

There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • The material
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • What kind of damage it is

A few things move the price: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

Getting a price from photos

You can take the photos on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Any details about the material
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area

To get a price, send two or three pictures through our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away whether it can be repaired.

How the visit works

Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and tidy away. Plan for a morning or an afternoon. Before we go, we will explain when it can be used and how to look after it.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. We apply the clear textured coating.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

Ask for a price

Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them over with your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.

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What we are called out for in Dunbar

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.

You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:

  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Worn-out textured areas

Questions to ask before booking

  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price

How to compare quotes

Repair or replace in Dunbar?

Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book.

Why us?

  • Free fixed quotes from pictures
  • No extra charge for your area
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Nothing taken out or refitted

Take a look at our pricing.

Covering Dunbar

Dunbar is about 26 miles east of Kirkcaldy, in East Lothian. From the centre of Dunbar to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We cover 48 places in East Lothian. You can also see our page for Edinburgh, about 27 miles away.

Jobs in EH42 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. You’ll find streets such as High Street, Bruntsfield Crescent and Leslie Way. You’ll find Dunbar on the A1087, so it’s easy for us to reach. Other places close to Dunbar include Belhaven (1 mile west), Broxburn (1 mile south-east), West Barns (1 mile west), Bielside (1 mile west) and Spott (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Haddington (11 miles west), North Berwick (9 miles north-west), Longniddry (15 miles west), Gullane (12 miles west), East Linton (5 miles west) and Aberlady (13 miles west). Being one of East Lothian’s larger places, Dunbar is somewhere we visit often.

Landmarks near Dunbar

Around Dunbar, we work in homes near The Volunteer Arms and Abbey Church of Scotland, among other places. There is a railway station in Dunbar itself: Dunbar station. Well-known places in the area include Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery (within half a mile north-east) and Belhaven Hospital (0.7 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Doon Hill.

Map of Dunbar © OpenStreetMap contributors

FAQs for Dunbar

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

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

Is repairing better than replacing?

In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

When can you do it?

That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

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

Do the materials smell?

There can be some smell while we work. It clears as the materials cure.

Do you cover the entire of East Lothian?

We cover the entire UK, including Dunbar and the rest of East Lothian. Just include your postcode and we’ll confirm dates.

Is there a guarantee?

Yes: twelve months. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and you will get one combined price.

When a repair isn’t the answer

To be straight with you, some problems need a different fix:

  • 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 before you book.

Surfaces we repair

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

Landlords, agents and businesses in Dunbar

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

For anyone letting property in or around Dunbar, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will price them together.

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