Aberdeen · Scotland

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Milltimber, Aberdeen

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for homes and businesses in Milltimber and across Aberdeen. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating near Milltimber

Non-slip bath coating in Milltimber, done in place

The coating is clear and textured, 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. Our repair technicians work on enamelled baths, resurfaced baths and acrylic baths, and the jobs we see most are worn-out textured areas and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten.

Big or small, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in Milltimber and across Aberdeen. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Milltimber (AB13)
Region
Aberdeen
Cover
12 months on all our work
Quotes
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

When a repair is not the answer

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

Not sure? Send pictures and we will give you a straight answer.

Surfaces we repair

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

How it works

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 usually takes a few hours. We clean up when we’re done and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. We apply the clear textured coating.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, normally overnight.

Preparing for the visit

  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

Ask for a price

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

Send pictures for a quote

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Where we work around Milltimber

Milltimber is about 5 miles south-west of Aberdeen, in Aberdeen. Wherever you are in the AB13 postcode area, we carry out the work at your property. We cover 63 places in Aberdeen, from the larger towns to small villages.

Our visits in AB13 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. We regularly work on streets such as Station Road East, Station Road and Binghill Road West and the roads around them. Being close to the B979, Milltimber is simple for us to get to. If you’re just outside Milltimber, we cover Bieldside (1 mile east), Riverside of Blairs (1 mile south-east), Peterculter (1 mile south-west), Countesswells (2 miles north) and Kingswells (3 miles north). Larger places within reach include Aberdeen (5 miles north-east), Rosemount (5 miles north-east), Berryden (5 miles north-east), Ferryhill (5 miles east), New Aberdeen (6 miles north-east) and Dyce (7 miles north).

Around Milltimber

Around Milltimber, we work in homes near Cults Academy, The Den and the Glen and International School of Aberdeen, among other places. Nearby you’ll also find Woodend Hospital (3.5 miles north-east) and Blairs College (1.6 miles south-east). For a walk, there is Portlethen Moss and Beans Hill.

Map of Milltimber © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we are called out for in Milltimber

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.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten

Comparing quotes

  • How soon you can use it again
  • Aftercare advice
  • Who will actually do the work
  • How the colour is matched

10 questions to ask before booking

Prices and what affects them

We give every job a fixed quote from pictures. This is what makes a difference:

  • How much damage there is
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • What the surface is made of

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

Quotes from your pictures

The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:

  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower tray
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

You don’t need a survey visit. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

Your questions about non-slip bath coating in Milltimber

Will the price change on the day?

The price is fixed for what the pictures show. Anything extra is discussed before we begin.

Is a repair better than a new one?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted before the end of a tenancy.

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

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

Do I need to be at home?

Yes. The technician needs access to the room for the visit, at a time that suits you.

Can you repair something that’s been repaired before?

Most of the time. Tell us what was done before.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include photos of each item.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We review the pictures and send a fixed quote and the next dates we have.

For landlords and businesses

Letting agents frequently send us photos straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

If you manage property in Milltimber, we will quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.

DIY kit or professional repair?

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely and work on a clean, dry surface, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it does not work out, we can still repair it properly.

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.

Repair or replace: which is better?

Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking.

Why Milltimber clients choose us

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • Work done at your home or business
  • No need to remove anything
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited

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