Sunderland · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating for Herrington homes

Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Herrington and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating for Herrington homes

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Herrington

The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. We work on resurfaced baths, enamelled baths and shower trays, and people most frequently call us about safety for older or less mobile people and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet.

The work is guaranteed for twelve months. If there is a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Herrington (SR3, DH4, SR5)
County
Sunderland
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Price
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Herrington: your questions answered

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

You get a fixed quote and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.

Do I need to be at home?

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

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it is not worth repairing, we’ll tell you.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

Do you work in Herrington?

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

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.

Will it make a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

Prices and what affects them

Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:

  • How much damage there is
  • The type of damage
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

How to get a fixed price

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:

  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Any details about the material
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Landlord and trade work in Herrington

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Herrington as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

Herrington and the surrounding area

Herrington is about 3 miles south-west of Sunderland, in Sunderland. Wherever you are in the SR3 postcode area, we come to you. We cover 75 places across Sunderland, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Newcastle upon Tyne, about 11 miles away.

We work across SR3, DH4 and SR5. Streets in the area include Crow Lane, Arkle Road and Meadow Lane, and we cover them all. We also cover the places around Herrington: Middle Herrington (1 mile west), East Herrington (1 mile east), Farringdon (1 mile east), West Herrington (1 mile west) and Thorney Close (1 mile north-east). Larger places within reach include Sunderland (3 miles north-east), Washington (4 miles north-west), Sunniside (4 miles north-east), Fulwell (5 miles north-east), Hendon (4 miles north-east) and Hetton-le-Hole (3 miles south).

Near you in Herrington

Our customers here include homes close to Barnes Park, St. Chad's and East Herrington Primary Academy, among other places. Also close by are Board Inn (under half a mile north) and Farringdon Community Academy (0.6 miles east). The nearest railway station is Sunderland station, about 3.4 miles north-east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Sunderland Royal Hospital (2.6 miles north-east) and East and Middle Herrington (under half a mile south). Green spaces nearby include Warden Law and WWT Washington.

Map of Herrington © OpenStreetMap contributors

The process

There’s not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll take it from there. Most visits take a few hours, including clearing up.

  1. First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. We apply the clear textured coating.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Before we arrive

  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Open a window if you can
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Get a quote

Upload a photo of the damage and one of the entire item, with your SR3 postcode, and we will come back with a fixed quote.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

Why repair rather than replace?

Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You will see the full price before you book, with no extras added later.

Why us?

  • Same prices wherever you are
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Everything repaired in place

Read our pricing.

Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Herrington

Smooth surfaces are 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:

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

What your quote should include

  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • What prep work is covered
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?

Our hiring checklist

What a repair can’t fix

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • 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 before booking.

Materials we work on in Herrington

  • Enamelled baths
  • Acrylic baths
  • Resurfaced baths
  • Shower trays
  • Wet room floors (ask us)
CHAS accredited contractor and Constructionline logos SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile logos

About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.

Read what customers say about us on Trustpilot.