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Non-Slip Bath Coating for Hamister homes

Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Hamister and the surrounding area, generally in one visit 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

Non-slip bath coating for Hamister homes

Non-slip bath coating in Hamister without replacing anything

It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. We are frequently asked to fix resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten, on enamelled baths, resurfaced baths and wet room floors (ask us).

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Location
Hamister (ZE2)
Area hub
Shetland Islands
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quote
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

What affects the price in Hamister

There’s no area surcharge for Hamister. The price reflects:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • How many areas need work
  • How many items we do on one visit

Compared with replacing, repairing normally costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Send photos for a quote

Two or three clear pictures are typically enough. It helps if you send:

  • Something in shot to show the size
  • A photo taken from further back
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates

To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Repair or replace in Hamister?

Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, 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 Hamister. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

What you get with us

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures

Take a look at our prices page.

DIY kit or professional repair?

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

Common questions in Hamister

Will there be a smell?

It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.

What happens next?

You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. There is no obligation to book.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Normally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.

Is the work guaranteed?

Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Will I see the coating?

Only slightly: it shows as a matt area where you stand.

How soon can you come?

We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Hamister

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

Common reasons people in Hamister contact us are:

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

What your quote should include

  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • What prep work is covered

Choosing a repair company

The process

From the moment we arrive, the aim is to do the job without disturbing the rest of your home. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a few hours, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  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.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access

How to get a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower tray, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.

Send pictures for a quote

Advice

When a repair is not the answer

It helps to know what we cannot 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.

Materials we repair

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

Hamister and nearby

Hamister is in the Shetland Islands. Across the ZE2 area, a technician comes to you. Our technicians cover 63 places in the Shetland Islands, from the larger towns to small villages.

We work across the ZE2 postcode area and the streets around it. You’ll find streets such as Norrendal and North Park, all of which we cover. Other places close to Hamister include Symbister (1 mile south), Tripwell (1 mile north-east), Sandwick (1 mile south), Clate (1 mile south) and Brough (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Lerwick (15 miles south), Sound (15 miles south) and Brae (12 miles west). If you’re somewhere remote, ring us first and we will plan the trip.

Around Hamister

For a walk, there is Setter Hill and Little Water.

Map of Hamister © OpenStreetMap contributors

Landlords, agents and businesses in Hamister

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.

For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, so there’s no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. We can visit several plots in one trip.

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