Plymouth · England

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Ham, Plymouth

Non-slip bath coating across Ham and nearby, usually in one visit.

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need non-slip bath coating in Ham?

About our non-slip bath coating in Ham

It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. Whether it’s worn-out textured areas and safety for older or less mobile people, we can typically put it right, on acrylic baths, enamelled baths and wet room floors (ask us) alike.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Where
Ham (PL2, PL5)
County
Plymouth
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Price
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Where we work around Ham

Ham is about 2 miles west of Plymouth, in Plymouth. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so you are not left waiting in all day. Our repair technicians cover 59 places in Plymouth.

Our visits in PL2 and PL5 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Whether you live on Ham Lane, Scott Road and Lopes Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Being close to the A3064, Ham is easy for our repair technicians to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include North Prospect (1 mile south), Weston Mill (1 mile west), Pennycross (1 mile east), Milehouse (1 mile south-east) and Keyham (1 mile south-west). We also work in nearby towns such as Burraton (3 miles west), Plympton St Maurice (6 miles east), Plymstock (4 miles south-east), Sherford (6 miles south-east), St Stephens (3 miles west) and Oreston (3 miles south-east). As one of the bigger places in Plymouth, Ham is somewhere we visit often.

What’s near Ham

In Ham, that means homes near Lion & Column pub, Mayflower Academy and Marine Academy Detachment. Also close by are All Saints Church of England Academy (0.5 miles north-east), Central Park (0.9 miles south-east), St James the Less (less than half a mile west) and North Prospect Library (under half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is Keyham station, roughly 0.9 miles south-west of the centre. A little further out are Plymouth General Hospital (1.7 miles south-west) and Saltash Heritage (2.2 miles west).

Map of Ham © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repairing versus replacing in Ham

Instead, you could go for 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. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed price from your photos, so you know the cost before you book.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Ham

  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • No extra charge for your area
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor

Read our pricing.

What non-slip bath coating costs

A fixed quote means you know the cost before booking. We look at:

  • The material
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • The type of damage
  • The size and number of damaged areas

A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.

Getting a price from pictures

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

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • The material, if you know it
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

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

When a repair isn’t the answer

Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits:

  • 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 pictures and we will tell you honestly.

Materials we repair

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

DIY kit or professional repair?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

Ham questions

Can landlords book you?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Do you work in Ham?

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

Is there any odour?

Some materials have a smell while they’re applied, which is why we ventilate. It fades as everything cures.

Are you accredited?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

Will the price change on the day?

We will show you and explain before doing anything extra. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

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

Yes. Doing several items on one visit normally costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.

Is my repair covered?

Yes, for a year. If there’s a problem with the work in that time, we come back and put it right.

Landlord and trade work in Ham

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Ham as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

The process

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you’re happy with the plan. It normally takes a few hours, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally overnight.

Preparing for the visit

  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Keep a parking space free if you can

Get a quote

Most clients in Ham get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

What we’re called out for in Ham

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

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

Before booking anyone

  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • If travel is included in the price
  • When it can be used again
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

10 questions to ask before booking

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