Staffordshire · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating for Knowl Bank homes

Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Knowl Bank and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need non-slip bath coating in Knowl Bank?

Non-slip bath coating in Knowl Bank, done in place

It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. If you are dealing with resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and safety for older or less mobile people, we can help, whatever the material.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Knowl Bank (ST7)
Area hub
Staffordshire
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quotes
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

When a repair is not the answer

We’d rather lose a job than do one that won’t last, so these are the limits:

  • 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 will give you a straight answer.

Materials we work on in Knowl Bank

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

How the visit works

We begin by going over the job with you, so you know exactly what we’re doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and we start. Allow a few hours, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, typically overnight.

Before we arrive

  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Keep a parking space free if you can

Ask for a price

You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

Get a fixed quote

Advice

Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Knowl Bank

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, but 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:

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

What your quote should include

  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • How your room will be protected
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • Who will actually do the work

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Should I try a DIY kit first?

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

Knowl Bank and nearby

Knowl Bank is about 4 miles south of Alsager, in Staffordshire. From the centre of Knowl Bank to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We work in all 512 towns and villages across Staffordshire, from the larger towns to small villages. Our nearest city page is Manchester, about 31 miles away.

Jobs in ST7 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. Jobs here include addresses on Knowlbank Road and Bowhill Lane. We also cover the places around Knowl Bank: Heighley (1 mile south), Balterley (1 mile north-west), Betley (1 mile west), Halmer End (1 mile east) and Balterley Green (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Newcastle-under-Lyme (4 miles east), Longton (9 miles east), Stone (13 miles south-east), Leek (14 miles east), Biddulph (9 miles north-east) and Alsager (4 miles north).

Local landmarks in Knowl Bank

Typical jobs here are in homes near Sir Thomas Boughey High School, among other places. Knowl Bank’s nearest station is Alsager station, about 4.1 miles north-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Heighley Castle (1.4 miles south) and Bradwell Hospital (4.1 miles east). The countryside around Knowl Bank includes Bignall Hill and Black Firs and Cranberry Bog.

  • Local facilities include Checkley cum Wrinehill (2.4 miles south-west)
Map of Knowl Bank © OpenStreetMap contributors

For landlords and businesses

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.

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 to keep costs down.

What affects the price in Knowl Bank

There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • What the surface is made of
  • The size and number of damaged areas

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. You’ll see the full price before you book, with no extras added later.

Quotes from your photos

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • Where you are, by postcode
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower tray
  • Natural light rather than flash

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We will say immediately whether it can be repaired.

FAQs for Knowl Bank

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

Is my repair covered?

Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Can tenants book a repair?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Just ensure the landlord agrees.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Normally, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so mention it when you send pictures.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

We ask you to keep children and pets out of the room while we work and until it has cured. Everywhere else in the home is fine.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.

Do you work in Knowl Bank?

We do. We send a technician to Knowl Bank for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.

Repairing versus replacing in Knowl Bank

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Why book with us

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited

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