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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Newington, Edinburgh

Our technicians come to Newington for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating in Newington

Newington and nearby

Newington is about 1 mile south-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. We visit homes and businesses in Newington and nearby villages, so nothing has to leave your home. Newington is one of 175 places in Edinburgh we cover.

Our repair technicians cover all of the EH9, EH8 and EH16 postcode area. Whether you live on Lauder Road, Cobden Road and Meadow Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include St Leonard's (1 mile north-east), Burgh Muir (1 mile south-west), Sciennes (1 mile west), Mayfield (1 mile south-east) and The Grange (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as Leith (3 miles north), North Leith (3 miles north), Queensferry (9 miles west), Timber Bush (3 miles north), Southhouse (3 miles south) and Newhaven (3 miles north).

Around Newington

Around Newington, we work in homes near 1 pub, Duddingston Kirk and St Trinnean's School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Sciennes Primary School (less than half a mile west), Salisbury Church (less than half a mile west), The Meadows (0.7 miles north-west) and Royal Blind School (0.5 miles south). The closest station to Newington is Edinburgh Waverley station, roughly 1.1 miles north-west. Other landmarks nearby include Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (0.9 miles south-east) and Deaconess Hospital (0.6 miles north). For a walk, there is Salisbury Crags and The New Leaf Co-op.

  • Parks and local facilities nearby include National Museums Scotland Library (0.8 miles north-west)
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Non-slip bath coating in Newington without replacing anything

It suits older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. If you are dealing with a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and worn-out textured areas, we can help, on enamelled baths, shower trays and resurfaced baths alike.

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Edinburgh. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Newington (EH9, EH8, EH16)
Area hub
Edinburgh
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Quote
Fixed and free, based on photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

What we can’t put right

A repair isn’t always the answer, and we’ll tell you before we start. Repairs won’t solve:

  • 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 photos and we will say what we think.

Materials we work on in Newington

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

What non-slip bath coating costs

Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • What kind of damage it is
  • What the surface is made of
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we will give you the exact figure.

Getting a price from photos

We price nearly every job from pictures. This is what to send:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath or shower tray, we can price the job without visiting.

Repair or replace in Newington?

The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. There are no surprise 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.

Why us?

  • Work done at your home or business
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • We’ll tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • Usually one visit, start to finish

Take a look at our pricing.

Common problems we fix in Newington

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

The things customers typically mention when they call are:

  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten

Questions to ask before booking

  • Whether the price covers travel
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • What preparation is included
  • How the room is protected while they work

Our hiring checklist

How it works

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We confirm the time with you beforehand, cover and mask the work area, and get on with the job, which usually takes a few hours. If anything looks different from your pictures, we will talk to you before going ahead.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. Next we mask off the area.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, generally overnight.

Before we arrive

  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat

Ask for a price

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath or shower tray, include your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed price, not a guess.

Get a free quote

Advice

FAQs for Newington

What do you need from me?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.

Do you charge for travel?

There’s no separate call-out charge. Your fixed quote includes everything.

Will it make a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.

Is there a guarantee?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

How do I clean it?

Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.

Do you come to Newington?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Newington for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

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

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from photos. You will get a fixed figure before you book.

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

Your quote covers the damage in the photos. If there’s more, we’ll tell you before starting.

Work for landlords and builders

For anyone letting property in or around Newington, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send photos for each address and we’ll price them together.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will handle the rest.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, then guarantee it for a year.

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 usually cheaper.

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