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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Hele, Cornwall

Our technicians come to Hele for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.

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

Non-slip bath coating near Hele

Should you replace it?

Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your pictures is the price you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Hele

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • One price list for the entire UK
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

See our full price list.

Non-slip bath coating at your home in Hele

It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. If you are dealing with worn-out textured areas and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, we can help, on enamelled baths, resurfaced baths and acrylic baths alike.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re covered after the visit. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Area
Hele (EX23)
Region
Cornwall
Cover
One year on every repair
Quotes
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

When to call us in Hele

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
  • Safety for older or less mobile people

What to look for in a quote

  • What preparation is included
  • Who will actually do the work
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

Our hiring checklist

Our work in Hele

Hele is about 20 miles south-west of Bideford, in Cornwall. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Hele is one of 644 towns and villages in Cornwall we cover.

Here we cover the EX23 postcode area. Neighbouring places we cover include Marhamchurch (1 mile east), Upton (1 mile north-west), Lynstone (1 mile north-west), Bude (1 mile north) and Stratton (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Launceston (14 miles south-east), Newport (14 miles south-east), Camelford (14 miles south-west), St Stephens by Launceston (13 miles south-east), Delabole (15 miles south-west) and Withnoe (15 miles south-east).

Near you in Hele

Around Hele, we work in homes near Budehaven Community School, Parish Church of St Marwenne and Marhamchurch CofE Primary School and the streets around them. A little further out are Week Orchard (2.5 miles south-east) and Militaria Museum (1.5 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Maer Lake.

Map of Hele © OpenStreetMap contributors

For landlords and businesses

Hospitality businesses can’t afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We will fit around changeovers where we can.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll handle the rest.

When a repair is not the answer

In fairness, some problems need a different fix:

  • 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 will tell you honestly before booking.

What we work on

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

How we price non-slip bath coating

We give every job a fixed price from pictures. These are the things that affect it:

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Access to the area
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Quotes from your pictures

When you take your photos, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Something in shot to show the size
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

Pricing is simple: snap the damage close up and then the entire item, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.

The process

We work cleanly and quietly, so you can stay at home while we are there. Protection goes down first, then the work takes a few hours. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. Next we mask off the area.
  3. We apply the clear textured coating.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, generally overnight.

How to prepare

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Open a window if you can
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work

How to get a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the whole bath or shower tray, include your postcode and send them to us. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.

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Related advice

Can I fix it myself?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. 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.

Hele questions

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.

Do you cover Hele?

Yes, we do. Technicians travel to Hele from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Typically, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.

What areas do you cover?

All of Cornwall, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.

Do I need to be at home?

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

Will the price change on the day?

The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there’s more, we will tell you before starting.

What does non-slip bath coating cost?

Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

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