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Non-Slip Bath Coating in Fothergill

Non-slip bath coating for Fothergill, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then book a visit.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • 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 Fothergill?

What happens on the day

Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. Allow a morning or an afternoon, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.

  1. First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Preparing for the visit

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area

Ask for a price

A quote takes minutes to ask for: photograph the damage, then the whole bath or shower tray, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

Non-slip bath coating in Fothergill, done in place

It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. Our technicians work on enamelled baths, resurfaced baths and shower trays, and the jobs we see most are bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet.

Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Cumbria. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Fothergill (CA15)
Area hub
Cumbria
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Why repair rather than replace?

The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. Our prices are the same across the UK, so there is no premium for Fothergill. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Fothergill

  • Work done at your home or business
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job

See our prices page.

What affects the price in Fothergill

Each job gets its own fixed quote. This is what makes a difference:

  • What the surface is made of
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • How many areas need work
  • How hard the colour is to match

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.

Send pictures for a quote

When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • A photo taken from further back
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

Send us a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Fothergill, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.

Do you need non-slip bath coating in Fothergill?

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re 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.

Common reasons people in Fothergill contact us include:

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

Before booking anyone

  • Who turns up on the day
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • When it can be used again
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price

Our hiring checklist

DIY kit or professional repair?

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.

Your questions about non-slip bath coating in Fothergill

Do the materials smell?

Expect a mild smell while we’re working that clears as it cures.

Is a repair better than a new one?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

Do you cover the entire of Cumbria?

We cover the entire UK, including Fothergill and the rest of Cumbria. Send your postcode with your pictures and we’ll confirm dates.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.

What do you need from me?

Just pictures, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time we agree with you.

What happens after I send pictures?

We review the photos and send a fixed quote.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Fothergill

Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Fothergill use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

Our work in Fothergill

Fothergill is about 4 miles north of Workington, in Cumbria. Whether you are in the middle of Fothergill or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Fothergill is one of 438 places in Cumbria where we work. We work right across the region, from Fothergill to Newcastle upon Tyne (77 miles away).

Jobs in CA15 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We also cover the places around Fothergill: Flimby (1 mile south), Seaton (2 miles south), Siddick (2 miles south-west), Stainburn (3 miles south) and Barepot (4 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Whitehaven (11 miles south), Cockermouth (7 miles east), Moorclose (5 miles south), Cleator Moor (12 miles south), Bransty (10 miles south) and Egremont (15 miles south).

Near you in Fothergill

In Fothergill, that means homes near Flimby Church, Flimby Primary School and Netherhall School, among other places. Fothergill has its own railway station: Flimby station. Nearby you will also find Dunmail Park (3 miles south-west) and Maryport Urban District (1.3 miles north-east). For a walk, there’s Siddick Pond.

Map of Fothergill © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we can’t put right

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not 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.

Materials we repair

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