County Durham · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating in Grassholme

Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Grassholme and the surrounding area, generally in one visit and guaranteed for a year.

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating in Grassholme

Non-slip bath coating in Grassholme without replacing anything

It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. Typical jobs include a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, on acrylic baths, resurfaced baths and shower trays.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there is a problem and we will sort it. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Area
Grassholme (DL12)
Area hub
County Durham
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quote
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish

Repair or replace in Grassholme?

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before you book, with nothing added on the day.

Why book with us

  • No extra charge for your area
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK
  • Typically one visit, start to finish

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What we are called out for in Grassholme

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.

Customers typically contact us about:

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten

What to look for in a quote

  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Who will actually do the work
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

How to compare quotes

About Grassholme

Grassholme is about 18 miles west of Bishop Auckland, in County Durham. From the centre of Grassholme to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Grassholme is one of 329 places in County Durham where we work. Our jobs stretch from Grassholme to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 34 miles away).

Postcode districts we cover here: DL12. Close by, we cover Middleton-in-Teesdale (3 miles north-east), Mickleton (3 miles north-east), High Dyke (3 miles north-east), East Briscoe (4 miles east) and Newbiggin (4 miles north). Within a short drive, we also cover Barnard Castle (8 miles east), Wolsingham (14 miles north-east), Stanhope (12 miles north), Evenwood (14 miles east) and Startforth (8 miles south-east).

What’s near Grassholme

Not far away are Scarney Hill.

Map of Grassholme © OpenStreetMap contributors

When we’d advise against a repair

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • 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 pictures and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we work on in Grassholme

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

The process

You don’t need to empty the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. Most jobs take a few hours, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  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. We leave it to cure, typically overnight.

Preparing for the visit

  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Let us know if it has been repaired before

Get a quote

Upload a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, with your DL12 postcode, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.

Get a free quote

Advice

What affects the price in Grassholme

Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:

  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • The material and finish

Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it.

Quotes from your pictures

You can typically get a fixed price without us visiting. To help us price it:

  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • A picture taken from further back
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale

For a price in Grassholme, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Grassholme

For anyone letting property in or around Grassholme, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will price them together.

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Grassholme as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it usually costs far less than a refit.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

Grassholme questions

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Yes, we frequently do. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.

How do I clean it?

Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.

What areas do you cover?

Everywhere in the UK, Grassholme included. There’s no extra charge for travel.

Will I see the coating?

Only slightly: the treated area looks slightly matt.

How much does non-slip bath coating cost in Grassholme?

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.

Will there be a smell?

It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Open windows and an extractor fan help, and it soon fades.

Do you come to Grassholme?

Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Grassholme from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

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