Dorset · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Longburton, Dorset
Non-slip bath coating for Longburton, without a refit. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Worn-out textured areas
Non-slip bath coating in Longburton without replacing anything
It suits older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. Typical jobs include bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, in shower trays, enamelled baths and resurfaced baths.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Where
- Longburton (DT9)
- Region
- Dorset
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quotes
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY repairs versus a professional job
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, 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 isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most frequently are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.
Longburton: your questions answered
How do I clean it?
Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?
Only slightly: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
What information do you need?
Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
What happens after I send pictures?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed quote and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
Of course. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.
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What we’re called out for in Longburton
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
Common reasons people in Longburton contact us include:
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
What your quote should include
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How long it needs to cure
- A fixed quote, and whether VAT is included
- What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
Prices and what affects them
You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- The type of damage
- How much damage there is
- The material and finish
- The colour and finish to match
Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Getting a price from photos
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Where you are, by postcode
- Details of any past repairs
- Natural light rather than flash
You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.
Landlord and trade work in Longburton
If you manage property in Longburton, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
How the visit works
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and tidy away. Allow a morning or an afternoon from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and how to care for it.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, typically overnight.
How to prepare
- Open a window if you can
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
- Make sure the area is dry
Getting a price
If you are in Longburton and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
Related advice
Covering Longburton
Longburton is about 7 miles east of Yeovil, in Dorset. Book a date that suits you, and you will know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. Our repair technicians cover 462 places across Dorset, from the larger towns to small villages.
We work across the DT9 postcode area. We regularly work on streets such as Whistle Water, Kings Close and Newcross and the roads around them. If you are just outside Longburton, we cover Lillington (1 mile west), Lake (2 miles west), Sherborne (2 miles north), Thornford (3 miles west) and Bradford Abbas (4 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Dorchester (14 miles south), Blandford Forum (15 miles east), Gillingham (13 miles north-east), Shaftesbury (15 miles north-east), Fordington (14 miles south) and Peacemarsh (13 miles north-east).
Near you in Longburton
Around Longburton, we work in homes near Parish Church of St James, The Three Elms pub and Leweston School, among other places. The nearest railway station is Sherborne station, about 2 miles north. Well-known places in the area include Castleton Mill (2.4 miles north) and Sherborne Old Castle (2.3 miles north). Green spaces nearby include Babylon Hill.
When a repair is not the answer
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we would rather say so up front. Repairs won’t solve:
- 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 booking.
Surfaces we repair
- Shower trays
- Resurfaced baths
- Enamelled baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Acrylic baths
Why repair rather than replace?
Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. Set against the cost of replacement, repairing generally costs far less, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Longburton
- Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
Read our prices page.
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