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Non-Slip Bath Coating for Gowkshill homes

Non-slip bath coating for Gowkshill, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, then we come to you.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating in Gowkshill

When a repair isn’t the answer

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t 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 photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.

Materials we work on in Gowkshill

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

Non-slip bath coating at your home in Gowkshill

It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. Common call-outs are for worn-out textured areas and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten, across resurfaced baths, wet room floors (ask us) and enamelled baths.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Where
Gowkshill (EH23)
Area hub
Midlothian
Cover
One year on every repair
Price
Free and fixed, from your photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

How we price non-slip bath coating

We give every job a fixed price from pictures. These are the things that affect it:

  • Access to the area
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • What kind of damage it is

We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Gowkshill. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

How to get a fixed price

Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • A picture taken from further back
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll say right away whether it can be repaired.

About Gowkshill

Gowkshill is about 2 miles south-east of Bonnyrigg, in Midlothian. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in all 33 towns and villages in Midlothian, from the larger towns to small villages. Our jobs stretch from Gowkshill to Edinburgh (about 8 miles away).

Our visits in EH23 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Whether you live on The Crescent and Stobhill Road or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Other places close to Gowkshill include Newtongrange (1 mile north), Gorebridge (1 mile south), Mayfield (1 mile north-east), Birkenside (2 miles south) and Easthouses (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Penicuik (7 miles west), Loanhead (4 miles west), Shawfair (5 miles north), Danderhall (4 miles north-west), Rosewell (3 miles west) and Roslin (4 miles west).

Near you in Gowkshill

We visit homes around Newtongrange Parish Church, The Dean Tavern and Newbattle Community High School and the streets around them. The closest station to Gowkshill is Newtongrange station, about 0.7 miles north-west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Midlothian Community Hospital (2 miles north-west) and Dalhousie Castle (1.1 miles west). Green spaces nearby include Edgelaw Reservoir.

Map of Gowkshill © OpenStreetMap contributors

Do you need non-slip bath coating in Gowkshill?

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.

Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:

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

Before you book anyone

  • What preparation is included
  • How to care for the finish
  • How the room is protected while they work
  • How changes to the job are handled

10 questions to ask before booking

Repair or replace: which is better?

The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book.

Why us?

  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do

Take a look at our pricing.

Your questions about non-slip bath coating in Gowkshill

Do you cover Gowkshill?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Gowkshill for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

How do I book?

Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, access to the room.

How soon can you come?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.

What does non-slip bath coating cost?

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Typically, yes. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send photos.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

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

What happens on the day

You do not need to empty the room. Everything we use comes in the van with us, lay protective sheets and get going once we have agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a few hours, and you can get on with other things while we are there.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. We apply the clear textured coating.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Let us know which floor the room is on
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

Getting 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 quote, not a guess.

Send pictures for a quote

Related advice

DIY repairs versus a professional job

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. 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 trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

For landlords and businesses

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams in Midlothian and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.

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