County Durham · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Durham, County Durham
Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays in Durham, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Worn-out textured areas
How we handle non-slip bath coating in Durham
The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. If you are dealing with worn-out textured areas and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, we can normally put it right, on shower trays, resurfaced baths and enamelled baths alike.
You are covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we’ll come back. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Area
- Durham (DH1)
- Area hub
- County Durham
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quotes
- Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Covering Durham
Durham is about 11 miles south-west of Sunderland, in County Durham. Jobs in Durham are booked in like any other job: a fixed price from your pictures, then a visit to do the work. Durham is one of 329 places in County Durham where we work. Our nearest city page is Newcastle upon Tyne, about 15 miles away.
We cover every part of DH1 and the streets around it. That includes homes on High Street, Market Place and Cooper Square. Main roads around Durham include the A167 and A177, so getting to you is simple. Close by, we cover Elvet (1 mile south), Crossgate (1 mile south-west), Gilesgate (1 mile east), Neville's Cross (1 mile south-west) and Old Durham (1 mile south-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Consett (12 miles north-west), Newton Aycliffe (11 miles south), Bishop Auckland (10 miles south-west), Spennymoor (6 miles south), Seaham (10 miles east) and Chester-le-Street (5 miles north). Being one of County Durham’s larger places, Durham sees plenty of our work.
What’s near Durham
Around Durham, we work in homes near The Traveller's Rest Public House, St Leonard's Catholic School and Old Durham Gardens and the streets around them. Also close by are Durham Sixth Form Centre (less than half a mile south), United Reformed Church (under half a mile south), Durham University Library and Collections (1 mile south) and St Margaret's Church of England Primary School (0.9 miles south-west). There is a railway station in Durham itself: Durham station. A little further out are Durham Museum (0.6 miles south) and Broom (1.9 miles west).
Towns and villages near Durham
Other services in Durham
How we price non-slip bath coating
We charge the same across the UK, including Durham. The price reflects:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The size and number of damaged areas
- What the surface is made of
- The type of damage
The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.
Getting a price from photos
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what we find most useful:
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- One picture of the whole bath or shower tray
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
Should you replace it?
The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Durham
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Work done at your home or business
- A fixed quote before you book
- Most jobs done in one visit
See our prices page.
Common problems we fix in Durham
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
Look out for any of the following:
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
Comparing quotes
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- How the colour is matched
- When it can be used again
- Who will actually do the work
When we would advise against a repair
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
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we work on
- Acrylic baths
- Enamelled baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Resurfaced baths
- Shower trays
FAQs for Durham
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?
Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, we frequently do. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Is there any odour?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote with dates.
Are you a vetted contractor?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can I add another job to the visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we will quote them together.
Will I see the coating?
Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
Landlord and trade work in Durham
Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Durham use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it normally costs far less than a refit.
What happens on the day
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you’re not left guessing. On site, it takes a few hours for most jobs. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- 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, generally overnight.
Before we arrive
- Open a window if you can
- Let us know about parking or access
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
How to get a price
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
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Can I fix it myself?
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
