Orkney Islands · Scotland
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Hourston, Orkney Islands
Non-slip bath coating for Hourston, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your photos, then book a visit.
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Non-slip bath coating at your home in Hourston
The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. If you are dealing with worn-out textured areas and safety for older or less mobile people, we can help, on wet room floors (ask us), enamelled baths and shower trays alike.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in the Orkney Islands. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Area
- Hourston (KW17)
- County
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Hourston
Hourston is about 11 miles north-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We travel to homes and businesses in Hourston and the surrounding area, so there’s no workshop to go to. We cover all 51 towns and villages in the Orkney Islands.
Postcode districts we cover here: KW17. If you’re just outside Hourston, we cover Russland (1 mile south), Dounby (1 mile north), Harray (2 miles south-east), Skeabrae (2 miles north-west) and Tenston (2 miles south-west). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so it’s best to call first.
Local landmarks in Hourston
Other landmarks nearby include Corrigall Farm Museum (1.5 miles east). For a walk, there is Loch of Bosquoy and Kame of Corrigall.
What else we do in Hourston
Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Hourston
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
Keep an eye out for any of the following:
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Worn-out textured areas
What to look for in a quote
- Whether they match the colour on site
- When it can be used again
- Who will actually do the work
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Your questions about non-slip bath coating in Hourston
How do I book?
Some photos, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, access to the room.
Can you repair several things at once?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we’ll tell you.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Generally, yes. The old repair comes out first, so mention it when you send pictures.
Will I see the coating?
Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos can’t show what we need.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.
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.
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.
Why repair rather than replace?
The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. 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 Hourston customers choose us
- No need to remove anything
- Same prices wherever you are
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- Most jobs done in one visit
See our prices page.
When a repair is not the answer
Not everything can be repaired, and we would rather say so up front. 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 pictures and we will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Resurfaced baths
- Enamelled baths
- Shower trays
How we price non-slip bath coating
You’ll know the full cost before booking. We take into account:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- What kind of damage it is
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The material
No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
How to get a fixed quote
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- A photo taken from further back
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- What it’s made of, if you know
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and no obligation.
For landlords and businesses
We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
What we do, step by step
Here’s how a visit normally runs: we arrive on time, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a morning or an afternoon from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and how to look after it.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- The area to be treated is masked out.
- 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.
How to prepare
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Point us to the nearest place to park
Getting a price
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Advice
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
