Isle of Wight · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Gaskins, Isle of Wight
Our technicians come to Gaskins for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Worn-out textured areas
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Safety for older or less mobile people
Prices and what affects them
A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We look at:
- The type of damage
- Access to the area
- The colour and finish to match
- Whether we combine several jobs
Compared with replacing, a repair is generally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Getting a price from pictures
Before you send photos, a few simple things make all the difference:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- The material, if you know it
- A photo taken from further back
Email us a picture of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Gaskins, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Non-slip bath coating at your home in Gaskins
The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. We regularly repair shower trays, acrylic baths and wet room floors (ask us), and common reasons people get in touch are a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth.
A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Location
- Gaskins (PO33, PO36)
- Region
- Isle of Wight
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
The process
Arrival times are agreed in advance. On site, it takes a few hours for most jobs. We leave the room clean.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- The area to be treated is masked out.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- We remove the masking for a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, generally overnight.
Getting ready for the visit
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
- Clear the area around the damage
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
How to get a price
To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Advice
Should you replace it?
The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. 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. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Gaskins
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Everything repaired in place
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
Read our pricing.
What we are called out for in Gaskins
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
The most common problems we’re called about are:
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
What to look for in a quote
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether the price covers travel
- What protection goes down before work starts
- What aftercare is recommended
What we can’t put right
Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, including:
- 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’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Resurfaced baths
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
Gaskins and nearby
Gaskins is about 3 miles south-east of Ryde, in Isle of Wight. Our repair technicians come to homes and businesses in Gaskins and the surrounding area, so there’s no workshop to go to. Our repair technicians cover 125 places across Isle of Wight, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Gaskins to London (about 71 miles away).
Our visits in PO33 and PO36 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you’re just outside Gaskins, we cover St Helens (1 mile north-east), Brading (1 mile south-west), Yarbridge (2 miles south-west), Morton (2 miles south-west) and Yaverland (2 miles south). Further out, we also cover Newport (8 miles west), Ryde (3 miles north-west), Cowes (9 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles south-west), Shanklin (5 miles south-west) and Ventnor (8 miles south-west). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so call us to arrange it.
Near you in Gaskins
We visit homes around St Helens Primary School, St Catherine-by-the-Green and The Vine Inn. The nearest railway station is Brading station, about 1.2 miles south-west of the centre. Nearby you will also find Sandown Castle (2.7 miles south) and Lilliput Museum of Antique Dolls And Toys (1.2 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Brading Down and Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.
For landlords and businesses
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
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Questions from Gaskins
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
How do I clean it?
Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.
Can you repair several things at once?
Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and you will get one combined price.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. The price only changes if you agree.
Do you work in Gaskins?
Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Gaskins from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.
What areas do you cover?
Everywhere in the UK, Gaskins included. There is no extra charge for travel.
When can you do it?
Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We review the pictures and send a fixed quote.
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 the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is usually cheaper.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
