Dorset · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating in Fifehead Magdalen

We travel to Fifehead Magdalen for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • 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 Fifehead Magdalen?

About our non-slip bath coating in Fifehead Magdalen

It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. Our repair technicians work on wet room floors (ask us), shower trays and enamelled baths, and people most frequently call us about worn-out textured areas and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth.

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Fifehead Magdalen (SP8)
Area hub
Dorset
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Price
Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

When we would advise against a repair

Before you book, it’s worth knowing the limits too:

  • 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 photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

Materials we repair

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

For landlords and businesses

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Fifehead Magdalen and the surrounding area

Fifehead Magdalen is about 11 miles north-west of Blandford Forum, in Dorset. Jobs in Fifehead Magdalen are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, then a visit to do the work. We cover all 462 towns and villages across Dorset.

Every address in SP8 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Nearby, we also work in Marnhull (1 mile south), Lower Nyland (2 miles west), Pleck (2 miles south), Walton Elm (2 miles south) and Higher Nyland (2 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Blandford Forum (11 miles south-east), Gillingham (4 miles north-east), Shaftesbury (6 miles east), Sherborne (9 miles west), Peacemarsh (4 miles north-east) and Sturminster Newton (4 miles south).

Local landmarks in Fifehead Magdalen

Around Fifehead Magdalen, we work in homes near St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Church of St Mary Magdalen and The Ship Inn. The nearest railway station is Gillingham (Dorset) station, roughly 3.6 miles north-east. Nearby you’ll also find Westminster Memorial Hospital (5.2 miles east) and Gillingham Museum (3.7 miles north-east).

Map of Fifehead Magdalen © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we do, step by step

We turn up when we said we would, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your pictures first. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before any work starts. The work itself takes a morning or an afternoon, and the room is left clean and tidy.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. We apply the clear textured coating.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, usually overnight.

How to prepare

  • Ensure the room can be ventilated
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

How to get a price

Upload a photo of the damage and one of the entire item, with your SP8 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

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Common problems we fix in Fifehead Magdalen

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

Get in touch if you’ve noticed:

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Safety for older or less mobile people

What to look for in a quote

  • Aftercare advice
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • When it can be used again
  • Who will actually do the work

10 questions to ask before you book

Prices and what affects them

A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:

  • Access to the area
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • How hard the colour is to match

We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Fifehead Magdalen. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Getting a price from photos

Two or three clear pictures are usually enough. It helps if you send:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • What it’s made of, if you know

A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower tray, include your postcode and send them to us. You’ll get a fixed price, not an estimate.

Can I fix it myself?

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.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair won’t last.

Questions from Fifehead Magdalen

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

Will the price change on the day?

We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged.

What happens once I’ve sent pictures?

We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Yes, almost always. Clear pictures let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.

Do you cover the whole of Dorset?

The entire UK, including all of Dorset. Just include your postcode and we’ll confirm dates.

Do the materials smell?

There may be a mild smell during the work.

Should you replace it?

Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

What you get with us

  • A fixed quote before booking
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job

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