Somerset · England

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Ham, Somerset

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays in Ham, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.

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

Trusted non-slip bath coating in Ham

Common problems we fix in Ham

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but 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:

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet

Before booking anyone

  • If travel is included in the price
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • How to look after the finish

10 questions to ask before you book

About our non-slip bath coating in Ham

It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. Common call-outs are for worn-out textured areas and safety for older or less mobile people, on shower trays, resurfaced baths and enamelled baths.

You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we’ll explain exactly what it covers when we quote. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Where
Ham (TA20)
County
Somerset
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
Free, fixed price from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

What happens on the day

The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we are there. We protect the area first, then the job itself takes a few hours. Before we leave, we explain how soon it can be used and how to look after it.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Preparing for the visit

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

Get a quote

No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.

Send pictures for a quote

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Can I fix it myself?

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

For landlords and businesses

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Ham use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

Ham questions

Do I have to be there?

Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. You do not need to watch us work.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Usually, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. We will tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Will you leave a mess?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.

What happens next?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.

Which areas do you work in?

The entire UK, including all of Somerset. Just include your postcode and we will confirm dates.

Is there any odour?

There can be some smell while we work. It fades as everything cures.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.

About Ham

Ham is about 4 miles north-west of Chard, in Somerset. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. We cover 640 places across Somerset, from the larger towns to small villages.

Our visits in TA20 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. That includes homes on Raisey Lane, Street Ash Lane and Hamway Lane. We also travel to Hare (1 mile north), Buckland St Mary (1 mile west), Bishopswood (2 miles west), Bickenhall (3 miles north) and Staple Fitzpaine (4 miles north-west). Larger places within reach include Taunton (8 miles north-west), Bridgwater (15 miles north), Chard (4 miles south-east), Wellington (11 miles north-west), Crewkerne (10 miles east) and Sydenham (15 miles north).

Near you in Ham

Our clients here include homes close to Saint Barnabas Mission Church and The Eagle Tavern, among other places. A little further out are Chard Community Hospital (3.7 miles south-east) and Chard Plumbing Museum (3.5 miles south-east). Not far away are Staple Hill and Bishopswood Meadows.

Map of Ham © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repairing versus replacing in Ham

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Ham. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Why us?

  • Same prices wherever you are
  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing

Read our prices page.

When we’d advise against a repair

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

If in doubt, send pictures and we will say what we think.

Surfaces we repair

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

What affects the price in Ham

You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:

  • The type of damage
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Quotes from your pictures

Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:

  • Any details about the material
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • One picture of the entire bath or shower tray
  • Natural light rather than flash

There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

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