Isle of Wight · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Hale Common, Isle of Wight
We travel to Hale Common for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Safety for older or less mobile people
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
About our non-slip bath coating in Hale Common
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. Common call-outs are for worn-out textured areas and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten, in shower trays, resurfaced baths and wet room floors (ask us).
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will come back. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Location
- Hale Common (PO36, PO30)
- Area hub
- Isle of Wight
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Covering Hale Common
Hale Common is about 3 miles north-west of Shanklin, in Isle of Wight. Our technicians come to homes and businesses in Hale Common and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Our technicians cover all 125 towns and villages across Isle of Wight. Our jobs stretch from Hale Common to London (about 76 miles away).
We cover every part of the PO36 and PO30 postcode area. With the A3056 close by, Hale Common is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Hale Common: Branstone (1 mile east), Winford (1 mile east), Princelett (1 mile south-east), Newchurch (1 mile north-east) and Apse Heath (1 mile south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Newport (4 miles north-west), Ryde (6 miles north-east), Cowes (8 miles north-west), Sandown (3 miles east), Shanklin (3 miles south-east) and Ventnor (4 miles south). For island and remote addresses, ring us first and we’ll plan the trip.
Near you in Hale Common
We visit homes around Newchurch Primary School and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Shanklin station, roughly 2.5 miles south-east. Other landmarks nearby include Museum of Country And Agriculture (1 mile north) and Sandown Castle (3.5 miles east). For a walk, there is Stenbury Down and Alverstone Mead.
Places near Hale Common
Other services in Hale Common
For landlords and businesses
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip to keep costs down.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
What non-slip bath coating costs
You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- What kind of damage it is
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The material and finish
- The colour and finish to match
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the entire job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
How to get a fixed price
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Any details about the material
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Do you need non-slip bath coating in Hale Common?
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.
People normally call us after spotting something like this:
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Comparing quotes
- What prep work is covered
- When it can be used again
- How your room will be protected
- What happens if they find more damage
What we can’t put right
A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:
- 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 you book.
Materials we repair
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Shower trays
- Resurfaced baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
Repair or replace: which is better?
Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hale Common
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Everything repaired in place
- One price list for the whole UK
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
Take a look at our full price list.
What happens on the day
On the day, we arrive at the time we have agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a morning or an afternoon. We clean up when we are done and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- We mask out the area to be treated.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- We remove the masking for a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, generally overnight.
Preparing for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Ask for a price
If you are in Hale Common and want a price, the easiest route is photos: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
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Questions from Hale Common
Is it messy?
We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and tidy up before we leave.
What if the damage is worse than the photos show?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. If there’s more, we’ll tell you before starting.
How do I get a price for non-slip bath coating in Hale Common?
The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
In most cases. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send pictures.
Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?
Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.
Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?
Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
I rent my home. Can I book you?
Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
