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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Heworth, York

We travel to Heworth for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need non-slip bath coating in Heworth?

What we do, step by step

Here’s how a visit typically runs: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a few hours. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and how to care for it.

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

Getting ready for the visit

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area

How to get a price

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

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Advice

Non-slip bath coating at your home in Heworth

The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. Common call-outs are for a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and worn-out textured areas, on enamelled baths, resurfaced baths and wet room floors (ask us).

A one-year guarantee comes with the work, just as it does everywhere we cover. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Area
Heworth (YO31, YO32, YO10)
Area hub
York
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
Free and fixed, from your photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

When a repair is not the answer

Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair won’t 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 will give you a straight answer before you book.

Surfaces we repair

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

Common questions in Heworth

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. See our accreditations page for the full list.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.

How quickly can you book me in?

Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

How much does non-slip bath coating cost in Heworth?

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You will get a fixed figure before booking.

Can pets and children be at home?

Please keep children and pets out of the room during the visit. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses in Heworth.

Is there any odour?

Expect a mild smell while we are working, which fades afterwards.

Will you leave a mess?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we’ve finished.

Covering Heworth

Heworth is about 2 miles north-east of York, in York. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so you’re not left waiting in all day. We cover 79 places across York, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Leeds, about 23 miles away.

Our technicians cover all of the YO31, YO32 and YO10 postcode area. Streets in the area include Mill Lane, Stray Road and Main Avenue. If you’re just outside Heworth, we cover Layerthorpe (1 mile south), Tang Hall (1 mile south), Derwenthorpe (1 mile south-east), Hungate (1 mile south-west) and Bootham (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Haxby (3 miles north), Acomb Park (4 miles south-west), Woodthorpe (4 miles south-west), Dringhouses (3 miles south-west), Strensall (5 miles north) and Acomb (3 miles west). Heworth is among the bigger towns we cover in York.

Landmarks near Heworth

Typical jobs here are in homes near Heworth Church of England Primary Academy, The Walnut Tree pub and Church of Holy Trinity, among other places. You will also find Burnholme Community College (0.5 miles south-east), York Cemetery (1.5 miles south-west) and Elmfield College (less than half a mile north). The closest station to Heworth is York station, roughly 1.7 miles south-west. Other landmarks nearby include Coppergate Shopping Centre (1.3 miles south-west) and Richard III Experience at Monk Bar (1 mile south-west). The countryside around Heworth includes Siward's Howe.

Map of Heworth © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we’re called out for in Heworth

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.

Common reasons people in Heworth contact us are:

  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten

Questions to ask before you book

  • Who will actually do the work
  • What aftercare is recommended
  • What preparation is included
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges

10 questions to ask before booking

Landlord and trade work in Heworth

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in York and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which matters when someone is living in the home.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

Repair or replace in Heworth?

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

What you get with us

  • One visit for most repairs
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • No need to remove anything
  • No extra charge for your area

Read our pricing.

How we price non-slip bath coating

You won’t pay by the hour. The price depends on:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • What the surface is made of
  • Access to the area
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.

Getting a price from pictures

You can usually get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:

  • Any details about the material
  • Details of any past repairs
  • A photo taken from further back
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.

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