County Durham · England
Non-Slip Bath Coating in Howlish
Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays at your home in Howlish, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
What we are called out for in Howlish
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
You may need us if you’ve spotted any of these:
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Before booking anyone
- When it can be used again
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- What protection goes down before work starts
Non-slip bath coating in Howlish without replacing anything
It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. If you are dealing with resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten, we can usually put it right, whatever the material.
Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Area
- Howlish (DL14)
- Region
- County Durham
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
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Common questions in Howlish
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.
Can pets and children be at home?
We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work. The rest of the house is unaffected.
Will there be a smell?
A little, depending on the job. Open windows and an extractor fan help.
Will I see the coating?
Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
Can you quote from pictures?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures cannot show what we need.
What information do you need?
Photos of the damage, a picture of the whole bath or shower tray and your postcode. After that, we just agree a date.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Do you come to Howlish?
We do. Technicians travel to Howlish from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Howlish
Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Howlish use us as well as homeowners. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it costs much less than replacing.
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, so there is no need to replace a damaged item at the last minute. Several plots can be done in one visit.
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
Prices and what affects them
There’s no charge for travel to Howlish. The price depends on:
- The size and number of damaged areas
- Access to the area
- What kind of damage it is
- Whether we combine several jobs
We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your photos is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Send photos for a quote
Phone photos are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Ensure they show:
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One sharp close-up of the damage
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A picture taken from further back
Getting a price is easy: snap the damage close up and then the whole item, send them to us with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and no obligation.
What we do, step by step
On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we will get on with it. The job generally runs to a morning or an afternoon.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- We mask out the area to be treated.
- We apply the clear textured coating.
- We remove the masking for a neat edge.
- We leave it to cure, generally overnight.
Preparing for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Let us know about parking or access
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
How to get a price
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath or shower tray, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
Advice
What we cannot put right
We won’t take on work that won’t last, so here’s what a repair can’t put right:
- 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’ll give you a straight answer before booking.
What we work on
- Enamelled baths
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Resurfaced baths
- Acrylic baths
About Howlish
Howlish is about 2 miles east of Bishop Auckland, in County Durham. Whether you are in the middle of Howlish or on the outskirts, we offer exactly the same service: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Howlish is one of 329 towns and villages in County Durham we cover. We work right across the region, from Howlish to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 23 miles away).
All of DL14 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Other places close to Howlish include Grange Hill (1 mile west), Coundon (1 mile north), Close House (1 mile south-west), Leeholme (1 mile north) and Coundon Grange (1 mile south-west). Further out, we also cover Durham (9 miles north), Newton Aycliffe (3 miles south-east), Spennymoor (3 miles north), Chester-le-Street (14 miles north), Peterlee (13 miles north-east) and Stanley (15 miles north).
Landmarks near Howlish
Around Howlish, we work in homes near Three Tuns pub, Hackworth Park and Victoria Lane Academy. Also close by are King James I Academy (1.7 miles west) and Church of St James (0.6 miles north-west). Howlish’s nearest station is Shildon station, roughly 2 miles south. Further afield, we also cover the area around Auckland Castle (1.9 miles north-west) and Spanish Gallery (2 miles west).
Should you replace it?
The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.
Why Howlish clients choose us
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- One visit for most repairs
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About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
