Trafford · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Hale, Trafford
Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays in Hale, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
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. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hale
- No extra charge for your area
- Work done at your home or business
- Everything repaired in place
- A year’s guarantee on all work
See our prices page.
Non-slip bath coating in Hale, done in place
It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. Common call-outs are for resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, in enamelled baths, wet room floors (ask us) and resurfaced baths.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will sort it. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Where
- Hale (WA15, WA14)
- Region
- Trafford
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
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
Send us photos and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic baths
- Enamelled baths
- Resurfaced baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Shower trays
What happens on the day
The work is clean and fairly quiet. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to look after it.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We apply the clear textured coating.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- We leave it to cure, generally overnight.
Getting ready for the visit
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
How to get a price
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away whether it can be repaired.
Related advice
For landlords and businesses
We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Hale as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it usually costs far less than a refit.
If you manage property in Hale, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will price them together.
Can I fix it myself?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
What we’re called out for in Hale
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Worn-out textured areas
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether the price covers travel
- How changes to the job are handled
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- Whether they match the colour on site
Hale and the surrounding area
Hale is about 2 miles south-east of Altrincham, in Trafford. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Hale is one of 25 towns and villages in Trafford where we work. Our jobs stretch from Hale to Manchester (8 miles away).
All of WA15 and WA14 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Hill Top Drive, Park Lane and Hill Top or a nearby road, we can come to you. Hale is on the A538 and A5144, which makes it straightforward to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Hale Barns (1 mile south-east), Timperley (1 mile north), West Timperley (1 mile north-west), Ashley (1 mile south-west) and Thorns Green (1 mile south). Within a short drive, we also cover Sale (3 miles north), Urmston (6 miles north), Stretford (5 miles north), Davyhulme (6 miles north), Partington (5 miles north-west) and Trafford Park (6 miles north).
What’s near Hale
We visit homes around Holy Angels Catholic Church, Saint Ambrose College and The Bulls Head pub and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Hale station, roughly 0.9 miles west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Priory Hospital Altrincham (under half a mile south) and Municipal Borough of Altrincham (1.4 miles north-west). Not far away are Unicorn Grocery and Black Moss Covert Nature Reserve.
Hale: your questions answered
Can pets and children be at home?
Just keep them out of the work area. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Can tenants book a repair?
Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Will you leave a mess?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Are there extra charges for Hale?
No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.
What do you need from me?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, access to the room.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Of course, and it usually saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you’ll get one combined price.
Can you quote from photos?
In nearly every case. If photos do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?
Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
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What affects the price in Hale
Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- The colour and finish to match
- The type of damage
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before booking.
Quotes from your pictures
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Something in shot to show the size
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower tray
Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath or shower tray, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
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