Shropshire · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Ellesmere, Shropshire
Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for homes and businesses in Ellesmere and across Shropshire. Send photos for a free, fixed quote.
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
About our non-slip bath coating in Ellesmere
It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. We’re frequently asked to fix resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and safety for older or less mobile people, in wet room floors (ask us), enamelled baths and acrylic baths.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Location
- Ellesmere (SY12)
- County
- Shropshire
- Guarantee
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What we’re called out for in Ellesmere
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
These are the problems we’re asked about most:
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Comparing quotes
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether the price covers travel
- How to care for the finish
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
What we can’t put right
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. We cannot fix:
- 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.
Surfaces we repair
- Resurfaced baths
- Acrylic baths
- Enamelled baths
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
Landlords, agents and businesses in Ellesmere
Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We will fit around changeovers where we can.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
Nearby places to Ellesmere
What else we do in Ellesmere
Repair or replace in Ellesmere?
Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Ellesmere
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- One price list for the entire UK
- Everything repaired in place
Take a look at our pricing.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
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 doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
Ellesmere questions
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as householders in Ellesmere.
Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?
Very little: the treated area looks slightly matt.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.
How do I get a price for non-slip bath coating in Ellesmere?
Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You will get a fixed figure before you book.
Is my repair covered?
Yes: twelve months. If there is a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.
How do I book?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
Where we work around Ellesmere
Ellesmere is about 7 miles north-east of Oswestry, in Shropshire. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Ellesmere is one of 433 towns and villages in Shropshire where we work. Our jobs stretch from Ellesmere to Liverpool (about 35 miles away).
Here we cover the SY12 postcode area. Whether you live on Market Street, High Street and Trimpley Street or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Ellesmere is on the A495 and A528, which makes it straightforward to reach. Other places close to Ellesmere include Welshampton (2 miles east), Breaden Heath (3 miles east), Balmer Heath (3 miles east), Maelor South (3 miles north-east) and Sandy Lane (3 miles north). Further out, we also cover Shrewsbury (15 miles south-east), Oswestry (7 miles south-west), Coleham (15 miles south-east), Kingsland (15 miles south-east), Whitchurch (10 miles north-east) and Monkmoor (15 miles south-east).
What’s near Ellesmere
We visit homes around Lakelands Academy, Cambrian Inn Public House and St Mary's Church and the streets around them. Nearby too are Ellesmere Primary School (less than half a mile west) and Lakelands Academy (less than half a mile south-west). Well-known places in the area include Ellesmere Castle (within half a mile east) and Penley Community Hospital (3.4 miles north). Green spaces nearby include The Mere.
Prices and what affects them
Prices are worked out job by job. What matters most is:
- How easy the damage is to reach
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- The material
- How many areas need work
It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Send photos for a quote
When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower tray
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
What we do, step by step
We begin by going over the job with you. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours.
- We clean and degrease the standing area.
- The area to be treated is masked out.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, normally overnight.
Before we arrive
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
How to get a price
Email us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, with your SY12 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
