Telford and Wrekin · England

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Longford, Telford and Wrekin

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for householders, landlords and businesses in Longford. Fixed quotes from your pictures.

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

Non-slip bath coating near Longford

Common problems we fix in Longford

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.

You may need us if you’ve spotted:

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet

If you live in one of the older homes near a church such as Church of St Mary, an original cast iron or steel bath is worth keeping, and non-slip bath coating gives it years more use.

Before booking anyone

  • What happens if they find more damage
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • When it can be used again
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match

10 questions to ask before you book

Non-slip bath coating at your home in Longford

It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. If you’re dealing with bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, we can help, whatever the material.

Older homes around Longford may have baths that have been in place for decades. If the bath is sound, non-slip bath coating gives it a new lease of life without disturbing the rest of the room.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. Just call us if there’s a problem and we will sort it. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Location
Longford (TF10)
Region
Telford and Wrekin
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quote
A fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it will not stop us repairing it. 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. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.

FAQs for Longford

Is it worth repairing old baths and shower trays in a period home in Longford?

Frequently, yes: original pieces are generally worth keeping. Photos let us tell you what we would recommend.

Do you cover villages like Longford?

Yes, we cover the whole UK, villages included, at no extra charge.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. If photos do not show enough, we will ask for another angle.

What happens after I send pictures?

You get a fixed price and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.

How much does non-slip bath coating cost in Longford?

We give a fixed quote based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item and your postcode.

Will I see the coating?

Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.

Is my repair covered?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

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

When a repair isn’t the answer

In fairness, some problems need a different 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 photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.

Materials we work on in Longford

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

Landlords, agents and businesses in Longford

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

Hospitality businesses need rooms back in use quickly, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

What happens on the day

Once we’re through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the work takes a morning or an afternoon, and we finish with a tidy-up and a look at the finished work together. Somewhere like Longford needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. We bring everything needed for the non-slip bath coating, so there is no second trip.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, usually overnight.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Clear toiletries, mats and anything else from around the area
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

How to get a price

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Get a fixed price

Advice

Prices and what affects them

Quotes cost nothing and the price is fixed. What we take into account:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How many areas need work
  • Access to the area

Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Longford. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Getting a price from pictures

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. Try to include:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Any details about the material

Most customers in Longford get their price from pictures. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.

Bath repairs in Longford: local notes

Longford is about 1 mile west of Newport, in Telford and Wrekin. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Longford is one of 79 towns and villages in Telford and Wrekin where we work. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 29 miles away.

All of TF10 is within our area for non-slip bath coating. We also cover the places around Longford: Edgmond (1 mile north-west), Adeney (1 mile west), Muxton (2 miles south), Honnington (2 miles south) and Lane End (2 miles north). Further out, we also cover Telford (6 miles south-west), Wellington (6 miles south-west), Dawley (7 miles south), Oakengates (5 miles south-west), The Rock (6 miles south-west) and Newdale (6 miles south-west).

Landmarks near Longford

Around Longford, we work in homes near Newport Girls' High School. Nearby you’ll also find Aqualate Castle (2.5 miles east) and Princess Royal Hospital (5.7 miles south-west). Not far away are Aqualate Mere.

Map of Longford © OpenStreetMap contributors

Should you replace it?

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. For a rural home like those around Longford, a replacement means trades travelling out and waste being taken away, while non-slip bath coating is one trip.

Instead of hourly rates, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it, and combining items on one visit brings it down.

Why Longford clients choose us

  • One price list for the whole UK
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing

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