Essex · England
Non-Slip Bath Coating in Hartford End
Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Hartford End and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases.
- Worn-out textured areas
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Landlord and trade work in Hartford End
If you manage property in Hartford End, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Send photos for each one and we’ll come back with a combined price.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details.
Non-slip bath coating at your home in Hartford End
The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. We regularly repair wet room floors (ask us), acrylic baths and resurfaced baths, and people most often call us about worn-out textured areas and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet.
Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Where
- Hartford End (CM3)
- Region
- Essex
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
FAQs for Hartford End
How do I clean it?
Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.
What happens if you find more damage?
We stop, show you and agree any change before carrying on. You will not be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.
Will I see the coating?
Very little: the treated area looks slightly matt.
What areas do you cover?
We cover the entire UK, including Hartford End and the rest of Essex. Just include your postcode and we’ll confirm dates.
What information do you need?
A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Most of the time. Tell us what was done before and we will plan for it.
What happens next?
We come back with a fixed quote. You are under no obligation.
Can pets and children be at home?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
DIY kit or professional repair?
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Should you replace it?
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 treats your existing bath or tray. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Hartford End
- A fixed quote before you book
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- Most jobs done in one visit
- No extra charge for your area
Read our prices page.
What happens on the day
Arrival times are agreed in advance, so you know when to expect us. Once we are there, the work takes a few hours in most cases. We leave the room clean and ready to use once it has cured.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.
Preparing for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Let us know about parking or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
How to get a price
Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can price the job the same day in most cases.
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Where we work around Hartford End
Hartford End is about 6 miles south-west of Braintree, in Essex. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. Our repair technicians cover 644 places in Essex. Our nearest city page is London, about 33 miles away.
Our visits in CM3 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Other places close to Hartford End include Ford End (1 mile south-west), Causeway End (1 mile north), North End (2 miles north-west), Howe Street (2 miles south) and Felsted (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Chelmsford (7 miles south), Braintree (6 miles north-east), Harlow (15 miles west), Brentwood (15 miles south-west), Maldon (12 miles south-east) and Billericay (14 miles south).
Near you in Hartford End
Typical jobs here are in homes near Ford End Church of England Primary School and Church of St John the Evangelist, among other places. Nearby you will also find Broomfield Hospital (3.9 miles south). Open spaces near Hartford End include Phyllis Currie Nature Reserve.
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What a repair can’t fix
We will not take on work that won’t last, so these are 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
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Enamelled baths
- Resurfaced baths
- Shower trays
- Acrylic baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
When to call us in Hartford End
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Worn-out textured areas
Comparing quotes
- How soon you can use it again
- Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
What affects the price in Hartford End
We don’t charge extra for travel to Hartford End. The price comes down to:
- How hard the colour is to match
- The material and finish
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
- How much damage there is
We don’t add extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.
Send photos for a quote
You can take the pictures on your phone, there is no need for anything special. Make sure they show:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- The material, if you know it
- A photo taken from further back
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you’re under no obligation.
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