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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Horncastle, Reading
Non-slip bath coating across Horncastle and nearby, usually in one visit.
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
What we’re called out for in Horncastle
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.
The most common problems we are called about are:
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Safety for older or less mobile people
Comparing quotes
- Whether they match the colour on site
- When it can be used again
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Non-slip bath coating in Horncastle, done in place
It’s a clear, textured coating, 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. Our technicians work on enamelled baths, resurfaced baths and wet room floors (ask us), and the jobs we see most are resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before you book. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Location
- Horncastle (RG30, RG31)
- County
- Reading
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Work for landlords and builders
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
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Should I try a DIY kit first?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
The process
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you’re not left guessing. Once we’re there, the work takes a morning or an afternoon. The room is left tidy and ready to use once it has cured.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- Next we mask off the area.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- We lift the masking for a clean edge.
- Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Ensure the area is dry
- Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
How to get a price
Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.
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Questions from Horncastle
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners across Reading.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.
Will there be a smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
What happens if you find more damage?
Your quote covers the damage in the pictures. If there’s more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Are you a vetted contractor?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.
Prices and what affects them
Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- What the surface is made of
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
- Doing more than one item at once
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 photos
Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:
- Details of any past repairs
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Natural light rather than flash
- The material, if you know it
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
When we’d advise against a repair
A repair is not always the answer, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:
- 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 photos and we’ll say what we think before you book.
What we work on
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Shower trays
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
Repair or replace: which is better?
Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Why Horncastle customers choose us
- Fixed prices from your photos
- Everything repaired in place
- Generally one visit, start to finish
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
Take a look at our pricing.
Our work in Horncastle
Horncastle is about 2 miles west of Reading, in Reading. We work in every kind of home, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Horncastle is one of 34 places in Reading we cover. We work right across the region, from Horncastle to London (about 40 miles away).
Our visits in RG30 and RG31 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Local streets include Low Lane, Usk Road and Mill Lane, and we cover them all. Neighbouring places we cover include Fords Farm (1 mile south), Southcote (1 mile east), Tilehurst Within (1 mile north), Beansheaf Farm (1 mile south-west) and Burghfield Bridge (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Caversham (3 miles north-east), Shinfield (4 miles south-east), Arborfield Garrison (7 miles south-east), Caversham Heights (3 miles north-east), Whitley Wood (3 miles south-east) and Sonning Common (5 miles north). Being one of Reading’s larger places, Horncastle is somewhere we visit frequently.
Landmarks near Horncastle
Our customers here include homes close to Prospect School, Calcot Park and The Happy Prospect pub and the streets around them. Nearby too are Kennet Valley Primary School (under half a mile south), Church of St Michael (0.5 miles north-west) and Elvian School (1.1 miles east). Horncastle’s nearest station is Reading West station, about 1.6 miles north-east. Further afield, we also cover the area around Battle Hospital (1.5 miles north-east) and Broad Street Mall (2.2 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Fobney Island Wetland Reserve and South Lake.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
