Scottish Borders · Scotland
Non-Slip Bath Coating in Melrose
We travel to Melrose for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, with a one-year guarantee.
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
Non-slip bath coating at your home in Melrose
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 are often asked to fix resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and safety for older or less mobile people, in resurfaced baths, wet room floors (ask us) and enamelled baths.
You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything is not right, ring us and we will sort it. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Location
- Melrose (TD6)
- Region
- Scottish Borders
- Warranty
- One year on every repair
- Price
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
When to call us in Melrose
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
Look out for these signs:
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Worn-out textured areas
What your quote should include
- Who will actually do the work
- What aftercare is recommended
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
- Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
Covering Melrose
Melrose is about 3 miles east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, plus businesses and rented homes. We work in all 89 towns and villages in the Scottish Borders. Our jobs stretch from Melrose to Edinburgh (about 30 miles away).
Our repair technicians cover all of TD6. Whether you live on High Street, Market Square and St Dunstan's Park or a nearby road, we can come to you. With the B6359 and B6361 close by, Melrose is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Melrose: Gattonside (1 mile north), Darnick (1 mile west), Newstead (1 mile east), Tweedbank (2 miles west) and Bowden (2 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Galashiels (3 miles west), Hawick (12 miles south), Kelso (11 miles east), Selkirk (6 miles south-west), Jedburgh (11 miles south-east) and Wilton (12 miles south).
Local landmarks in Melrose
Around Melrose, we work in homes near Melrose, among other places. The closest station to Melrose is Tweedbank station, roughly 1.5 miles west of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Commendators House Museum (within half a mile east) and Castle Holydean (2.4 miles south). Green spaces nearby include Eildon Hill North and Bemersyde Moss.
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.
Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.
Places near Melrose
What else we do in Melrose
What non-slip bath coating costs
We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. These are the things that affect it:
- What kind of damage it is
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- The colour and finish to match
- The material and finish
No two jobs are quite the same, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Getting a price from pictures
It only takes a minute to photograph the damage. Please include:
- Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Something in shot to show the size
- A photo taken from further back
Send us pictures of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you are in Melrose, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.
Your questions about non-slip bath coating in Melrose
Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?
Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.
Is there a guarantee?
All our work carries a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.
What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?
Your quote covers the damage in the photos. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.
Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?
Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we’ll reply with the earliest dates.
What areas do you cover?
The entire UK, including all of the Scottish Borders. Send your postcode with your photos and we’ll confirm dates.
What information do you need?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that’s in the quote.
Repair or replace: which is better?
The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Melrose
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Nothing taken out or refitted
See our pricing.
The process
We agree an arrival time beforehand, so you know when to expect us. On site, it takes a morning or an afternoon for most jobs. We leave the room clean.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- We mask out the area to be treated.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, usually overnight.
How to prepare
- Let us know which floor the room is on
- Let us know if it has been repaired before
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures through our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.
Related advice
Should I try a DIY kit first?
It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
What we can’t put right
To be straight with you, 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
Send us pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.
What we work on
- Resurfaced baths
- Enamelled baths
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Acrylic baths
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
