Medway · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Lordswood, Medway
Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Lordswood and the surrounding area, generally in one visit.
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Non-slip bath coating in Lordswood, done in place
It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. If you’re dealing with a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and worn-out textured areas, we can usually put it right.
We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you’re covered after the visit. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Area
- Lordswood (ME5, ME7)
- Area hub
- Medway
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Can I fix it myself?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and then the old filler has to be removed first.
Work for landlords and builders
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.
About Lordswood
Lordswood is about 2 miles south of Chatham, in Medway. 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. Lordswood is one of 68 places in Medway we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 30 miles away.
All of ME5 and ME7 is covered. Jobs here include addresses on Hall Road, Rover Road and Gould Road. Neighbouring places we cover include Lidsing (1 mile south-east), Walderslade (1 mile west), Dunn Street (1 mile south-east), Bredhurst (1 mile east) and Hempstead (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Gillingham (3 miles north-east), Rochester (4 miles north-west), Rainham (3 miles north-east), Strood (5 miles north-west), Twydall (3 miles north-east) and Hoo St Werburgh (6 miles north). Being one of Medway’s larger places, Lordswood is somewhere we visit often.
Local landmarks in Lordswood
Typical jobs here are in homes near St Benedict's Catholic Primary School, St David's Church and Walderslade Girls' School, among other places. Nearby too are Greenacre Academy (1.3 miles north-west), The Harrow pub (0.9 miles east) and South Wood (1.2 miles north-east). The closest station to Lordswood is Chatham station, about 3.2 miles north of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Pentagon Shopping Centre (3.4 miles north) and Medway Maritime Hospital (3 miles north). Open spaces near Lordswood include Burham Down and Boxley Hills.
Nearby places to Lordswood
Other services in Lordswood
Prices and what affects them
We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. This is what makes a difference:
- How many items we do on one visit
- What kind of damage it is
- Access to the area
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
We do not add extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Getting a price from pictures
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what we need:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- The material, if you know it
- One sharp close-up of the damage
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.
Common problems we fix in Lordswood
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.
Typical reasons for a call-out include:
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Questions to ask before you book
- Whether they match the colour on site
- How long it needs to cure
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
- Aftercare advice
Why repair rather than replace?
Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Lordswood
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- One price list for the entire UK
See our pricing.
What we can’t put right
We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:
- Surfaces that are already damaged or peeling (these need repairing first)
- Textured areas still wet or recently cleaned with oily products
- Outdoor surfaces
If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think.
What we work on
- Shower trays
- Enamelled baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Resurfaced baths
- Acrylic baths
FAQs for Lordswood
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Generally, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we will say so.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
You’ll get a fixed quote back. There’s no obligation to book.
Do you charge for travel?
There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.
How do I book?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll do the rest.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.
Do you work in Lordswood?
Yes. We work across the UK and come to Lordswood. Send us pictures for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
How it works
There’s not much you need to do on the day. Show us the job, point us to the room, and we’ll take it from there. The job generally runs to a few hours, including clearing up.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- We mask out the area to be treated.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- We remove the masking for a neat edge.
- We leave it to cure, typically overnight.
Getting ready for the visit
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Keep children and pets away from the room on the day
How to get a price
A quote takes minutes to ask for: take one close-up and one wider shot of the bath or shower tray, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.
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