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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Knowle, Devon
Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for homes and businesses in Knowle and across Devon. Send photos for a fixed quote.
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
DIY kit or professional repair?
A DIY attempt isn’t 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 the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Doing it properly first is usually the cheaper route.
Non-slip bath coating at your home in Knowle
It suits older people, families and holiday lets. It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. If you have worn-out textured areas and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, we can help, whatever the material.
In a village or hamlet like Knowle, homes are frequently older cottages, farmhouses and barn conversions. Many have heavy cast iron baths or baths in awkward spots, and removing a bath from an older house is rarely simple. Repairing in place avoids that.
All of our repairs are guaranteed for twelve months, and the guarantee is the same wherever you live. We return to put right any problem with the work. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Where
- Knowle (EX9)
- Area hub
- Devon
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Common questions in Knowle
Can you restore the original baths and shower trays in an older house in Knowle?
Typically: period pieces can be hard to match if replaced. Send photos and we will advise.
Do you cover villages like Knowle?
Yes. We cover villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking when you book.
Is there a call-out fee?
There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.
Is it messy?
Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.
What happens after I send photos?
We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote and the next dates we have.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.
How quickly can you book me in?
Your quote comes with available dates. Tell us if you need it done quickly.
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.
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.
How the visit works
The work is clean and fairly quiet, so you can stay at home while we’re there. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare. In a village or hamlet like Knowle, access can be the only tricky part. Once we’re there, the non-slip bath coating works exactly as anywhere else.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We apply the clear textured coating.
- We lift the masking for a clean edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, typically overnight.
Preparing for the visit
- Let the surface dry out before the visit
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
Getting a price
You do not need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from photos: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
Related advice
Baths in Knowle homes
If you let a flat or house near Exmouth station (about 3.3 miles west), we repair baths and shower trays between tenancies so it’s ready to let again quickly.
Knowle is about 2 miles east of Exmouth, in Devon. Book a date that suits you, and we will give you an arrival time in advance, so you’re not left waiting in all day. Knowle is one of 586 places in Devon where we work.
All of EX9 is covered for non-slip bath coating. Streets in the area include Dark Lane, Knowle Road and Duke's Road, and we cover them all. Close by, we cover Budleigh Salterton (1 mile east), Kersbrook (1 mile east), Littleham (2 miles south-west), East Budleigh (2 miles north-east) and Yettington (2 miles north). We also work in nearby towns such as Exeter (10 miles north-west), Newton Abbot (14 miles south-west), Teignmouth (9 miles south-west), Sidmouth (6 miles north-east), Honiton (13 miles north-east) and Kingsteignton (13 miles south-west).
Around Knowle
Our customers here include homes close to Dog & Donkey pub and the streets around them. The closest station to Knowle is Exmouth station, about 3.3 miles west. Other landmarks nearby include Fairlynch Museum (1 mile south-east) and Budleigh Salterton Health and Wellbeing Hub (1.1 miles east). Not far away are High Peak and Aylesbeare Common RSPB reserve.
Should you replace it?
Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. Replacement in Knowle means trades, travel and waste removal, while non-slip bath coating is one trip.
Every job is a little different, 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.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Knowle
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- We come to you, anywhere in the UK
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
See our Prices page.
Do you need non-slip bath coating in Knowle?
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
Common reasons people in Knowle contact us include:
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Worn-out textured areas
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
For older houses around Knowle, near landmarks such as Church of St Peter, an original cast iron or steel bath is worth keeping, and non-slip bath coating gives it years more use.
Comparing quotes
- How the colour is matched
- Aftercare advice
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Who will actually do the work
What else we do in Knowle
Honest limits
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits too:
- 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.
What we work on
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Shower trays
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
How we price non-slip bath coating
We give every job a fixed price from photos. This is what makes a difference:
- How many areas need work
- How many items we do on one visit
- The colour and finish to match
- Access to the area
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.
How to get a fixed quote
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage, and it saves a visit. Try to send:
- Natural light rather than flash
- Something in shot to show the size
- Where you are, by postcode
- What it’s made of, if you know
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
