Suffolk · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating in Ixworth Thorpe

We travel to Ixworth Thorpe for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating near Ixworth Thorpe

Non-slip bath coating in Ixworth Thorpe, done in place

The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. We work on shower trays, wet room floors (ask us) and enamelled baths, and people most often call us about a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and worn-out textured areas.

Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Ixworth Thorpe and across Suffolk. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Where
Ixworth Thorpe (IP31)
Region
Suffolk
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quote
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Honest limits

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

Surfaces we repair

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

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.

If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

About Ixworth Thorpe

Ixworth Thorpe is about 7 miles north-east of Bury St Edmunds, in Suffolk. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so there’s no waiting around. Ixworth Thorpe is one of 731 towns and villages in Suffolk where we work. Our jobs stretch from Ixworth Thorpe to London (about 69 miles away).

Our repair technicians cover all of the IP31 postcode area and the streets around it. From Thetford Road and Green Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around Ixworth Thorpe: Honington (1 mile north), Sapiston (1 mile north), Bardwell (2 miles east), Ixworth (2 miles south-east) and Fakenham Magna (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Bury St Edmunds (7 miles south-west), Stowmarket (12 miles south-east), Diss (13 miles east), Brandon (12 miles north-west), Mildenhall (13 miles west) and Needham Market (15 miles south-east).

Around Ixworth Thorpe

We visit homes around Ixworth Free School, Church of All Saints and The Royal Oak pub and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Thurston station, roughly 5 miles south of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Fakenham Magna (1.9 miles north) and Pakenham Water Mill (2.6 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Mickle Mere.

Map of Ixworth Thorpe © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we are called out for in Ixworth Thorpe

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.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten

What to look for in a quote

  • Who will actually do the work
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
  • How to look after the finish

Our hiring checklist

Ixworth Thorpe questions

Do you work in Ixworth Thorpe?

We do. Technicians travel to Ixworth Thorpe from across the region, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

How do I clean it?

Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.

Will you leave a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we take our waste away with us.

Can you quote from photos?

In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.

How do I get a price for non-slip bath coating in Ixworth Thorpe?

Every job gets a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.

Which areas do you work in?

We work UK-wide. Prices don’t change with location.

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Many landlords are happy for a repair to be arranged before the end of a tenancy.

When can you do it?

We’ll give you dates with your quote. Tell us if you need it done quickly.

Landlord and trade work in Ixworth Thorpe

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Ixworth Thorpe use us as well as householders. Repairing between tenancies keeps void periods short, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

The process

Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a morning or an afternoon, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, usually overnight.

Before we arrive

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

Ask for a price

Most customers in Ixworth Thorpe get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Get a fixed quote

Related advice

Repair or replace in Ixworth Thorpe?

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. 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.

What you get with us

  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • Work done at your home or business
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • No extra charge for your area

Take a look at our pricing.

What non-slip bath coating costs

Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:

  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • How many areas need work

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

How to get a fixed price

Before you send photos, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • The material, if you know it
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through, and we will come back with a fixed figure.

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