Shetland Islands · Scotland
Non-Slip Bath Coating for Huxter homes
Our repair technicians come to Huxter for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
How we handle non-slip bath coating in Huxter
It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. If you’re dealing with worn-out textured areas and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, we can help, whatever the material.
The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Area
- Huxter (ZE2)
- Region
- Shetland Islands
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Quote
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
When a repair is not the answer
To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair will not fix:
- 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 pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer before you book.
Surfaces we repair
- Resurfaced baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Acrylic baths
- Enamelled baths
- Shower trays
How it works
Visits start with a quick look at the job together. Next, we cover and mask everything nearby and the work begins. Allow a morning or an afternoon.
- We clean and degrease the standing area.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We apply the clear textured coating.
- We remove the masking for a neat edge.
- We leave it to cure, normally overnight.
Before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Let us know about parking or access
- Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
Ask for a price
For a price in Huxter, photos are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.
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Huxter questions
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. If photos don’t show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
When can you do it?
We will give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
Does someone need to be in?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Will I see the coating?
Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
What areas do you cover?
We cover the entire UK, including Huxter and the rest of the Shetland Islands. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.
What happens if you find more damage?
Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
More services for Huxter
Our work in Huxter
Huxter is in the Shetland Islands. We agree a date that works for you, and we’ll give you an arrival time in advance, so there’s no waiting around. We cover all 63 towns and villages in the Shetland Islands.
All of ZE2 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We also cover the places around Huxter: Symbister (1 mile west), Hamister (1 mile north-west), Sandwick (1 mile west), Clate (1 mile west) and Tripwell (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Lerwick (14 miles south-west), Sound (15 miles south-west) and Brae (13 miles west). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so call us to arrange it.
Near you in Huxter
Open spaces near Huxter include Loch of Huxter and Ward of Clett.
Prices and what affects them
Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Getting a price from photos
A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:
- Details of any past repairs
- One picture of the entire bath or shower tray
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- One sharp close-up of the damage
The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
For landlords and businesses
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit.
Do you need non-slip bath coating in Huxter?
Smooth surfaces are 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
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Before you book anyone
- Who turns up on the day
- How the colour is matched
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- How the room is protected while they work
Repair or replace in Huxter?
The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Huxter. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Huxter
- Everything repaired in place
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- We leave the room as we found it
See our full price list.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
