Cardiff · Wales
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Fairwater, Cardiff
Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Fairwater and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Safety for older or less mobile people
About our non-slip bath coating in Fairwater
It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. We are often asked to fix safety for older or less mobile people and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, on enamelled baths, wet room floors (ask us) and shower trays.
All our work comes with our one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Cardiff. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Where
- Fairwater (CF5)
- Region
- Cardiff
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Why repair rather than replace?
Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. 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.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Fairwater
- Work done at your home or business
- CHAS and Constructionline accredited
- Everything repaired in place
- Most jobs done in one visit
See our prices page.
Nearby places to Fairwater
What else we do in Fairwater
Landlord and trade work in Fairwater
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, pictures and access details and we will arrange it.
Common problems we fix in Fairwater
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
The things clients usually mention when they call are:
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Questions to ask before booking
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Who will actually do the work
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
Our work in Fairwater
Fairwater is about 3 miles west of Cardiff, in Cardiff. Book a date that suits you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Fairwater is one of 91 towns and villages in Cardiff we cover.
Every address in CF5 is within our area. From Mill Road, Frank Road and Birch Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Close by, we cover Pentrebane (1 mile north-west), Ely (1 mile south), Pwll-coch (1 mile south-east), St Fagans (1 mile west) and Caerau (1 mile south). Further out, we also cover Cardiff (3 miles east), Castle (3 miles east), Adamsdown (4 miles east), Roath (4 miles east), Splott (4 miles east) and Newtown (3 miles east).
Landmarks near Fairwater
Our customers here include homes close to Fairwater Hotel, Hailey Park and St David Lutheran Church. Also close by are Bishop of Llandaff Church in Wales High School (0.6 miles north-east) and Fairwater Primary School (under half a mile south-west). The closest station to Fairwater is Fairwater station, about 0.5 miles north-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Rookwood Hospital (0.8 miles east) and Welsh Museum of Health and Medicine (2 miles north). For a walk, there is Cock Hill and Glamorgan Canal / Long Wood.
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Creigiau & St Fagans (2.3 miles north-west)
How it works
It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a morning or an afternoon. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- We lift the masking for a clean edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, normally overnight.
Preparing for the visit
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
Ask for a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.
Advice
Questions from Fairwater
How do I clean it?
Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we’re working.
Are you accredited?
Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
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.
What happens next?
We come back with a fixed quote, usually with dates to choose from. You’re under no obligation.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.
Which areas do you work in?
The whole UK, including all of Cardiff. Send your postcode with your pictures and we’ll confirm dates.
Honest limits
Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair will not do:
- 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 photos and we will give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
How we price non-slip bath coating
A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We take into account:
- What the surface is made of
- How much damage there is
- The type of damage
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.
How to get a fixed price
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The material, if you know it
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
