Bath and North East Somerset · England
Non-Slip Bath Coating in Meadgate West
Our repair technicians come to Meadgate West for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Safety for older or less mobile people
The process
When we visit, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job generally takes a few hours. We tidy up before we leave and tell you when it’s ready to use.
- We clean and degrease the standing area.
- We mask out the area to be treated.
- We apply the clear textured coating.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.
Getting ready for the visit
- Make sure the area is dry
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
Get a quote
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
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Non-slip bath coating at your home in Meadgate West
It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. We regularly repair enamelled baths, resurfaced baths and acrylic baths, and common reasons people get in touch are bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth.
Every job is backed for twelve months. We return to put right any problem with the work. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Location
- Meadgate West (BA2)
- Area hub
- Bath and North East Somerset
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quote
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
How we price non-slip bath coating
We price every job individually, from your photos. The main factors are:
- The material and finish
- How many items we do on one visit
- How hard the colour is to match
- How much damage there is
Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access, and combining items on one visit brings it down.
Getting a price from photos
We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what we need:
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
- A wider photo showing the whole bath or shower tray
- Natural light rather than flash
- One sharp close-up of the damage
Send us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you’re in Meadgate West, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Common problems we fix in Meadgate West
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.
Signs it’s time to call us include:
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
What to look for in a quote
- How long the guarantee is and what it covers
- How the room is protected while they work
- What aftercare is recommended
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
Why repair rather than replace?
The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. Compared with replacing, repairing typically costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Meadgate West
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- No extra charge for your area
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
See our prices page.
Meadgate West and nearby
Meadgate West is about 3 miles north of Midsomer Norton, in Bath and North East Somerset. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Meadgate West is one of 136 places in Bath and North East Somerset we cover.
All of BA2 is covered. If you are just outside Meadgate West, we cover Hook (1 mile north-west), Meadgate East (1 mile north-east), Camerton (1 mile south), Tunley (1 mile north-east) and Wicklane (1 mile east). Larger places within reach include Bath (6 miles north-east), Keynsham (6 miles north), Bathwick (6 miles north-east), Walcot (7 miles north-east), Westmoreland (5 miles north-east) and Kingsmead (6 miles north-east).
What’s near Meadgate West
Our clients here include homes close to Camerton Inn, St Mary's CofE Primary School and Church of St Mary the Virgin. A little further out are Paulton Memorial Hospital (2.3 miles south-west). Not far away are Hunstrete Lake and Stephen's Vale Nature Reserve.
Can I fix it myself?
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 typically cheaper.
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair will not last.
Honest limits
A repair is not right for every job, for example:
- 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 will say what we think.
Materials we repair
- Shower trays
- Enamelled baths
- Resurfaced baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Acrylic baths
For landlords and businesses
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.
Meadgate West questions
Does someone need to be in?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Are there extra charges for Meadgate West?
Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.
Will you leave a mess?
Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we have finished.
Can you quote from photos?
Nearly always. If photos don’t show enough, we will ask for another angle.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.
Is repairing better than replacing?
Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?
Only slightly: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
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What else we do in Meadgate West
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
