County Durham · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Newlands, County Durham
We travel to Newlands 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
- Worn-out textured areas
Non-slip bath coating in Newlands, done in place
It suits older people, families and holiday lets. It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. We work on acrylic baths, enamelled baths and resurfaced baths, and the jobs we see most are a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten.
You’re covered after we leave: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we explain what it covers before booking. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Area
- Newlands (DH8)
- Region
- County Durham
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Free, fixed quote from pictures
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
DIY kit or professional repair?
For a hairline mark somewhere you will never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.
It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs frequently look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Newlands
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
Common reasons people in Newlands contact us are:
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
What your quote should include
- What protection goes down before work starts
- What aftercare is recommended
- What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
When a repair isn’t the answer
Some jobs are not right for a repair, including:
- 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 photos and we will give you a straight answer before you book.
What we work on
- Shower trays
- Enamelled baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
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 coating treats your existing bath or tray. A repair generally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send pictures and we’ll give you the exact figure.
Why book with us
- Honest advice, even when it means no job
- Everything repaired in place
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
See our full price list.
How we price non-slip bath coating
We price every job individually. What matters most is:
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- How easy the damage is to reach
- The material
- Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
Every job is a little different, so each one is priced on its own. The size and type of damage, the material and access all play a part, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.
Getting a price from photos
Most quotes are done from photos alone. To make it quick:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- What it’s made of, if you know
- One picture of the entire bath or shower tray
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath or shower tray, add your postcode and send them over. What comes back is a fixed quote, not a guess.
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The process
Your technician turns up at the time we agreed with you, introduces themselves and checks the damage against your photos first. The floor and nearby surfaces are covered before any work starts. The work itself takes a morning or an afternoon, and we leave the room as we found it.
- We clean and degrease the standing area.
- We mask out the area to be treated.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- We remove the masking for 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 any previous repairs or coatings
- Keep a parking space free if you can
How to get a price
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 give you a fixed quote the same day in most cases.
Advice
Covering Newlands
Newlands is about 3 miles north of Consett, in County Durham. Across the DH8 area, we come to you. Newlands is one of 329 towns and villages in County Durham where we work. Our jobs stretch from Newlands to Newcastle upon Tyne (11 miles away).
Postcode districts we cover here: DH8. If you’re just outside Newlands, we cover Ebchester (1 mile east), East Law (1 mile south-east), Broom Hill (1 mile south-east), Medomsley Edge (2 miles south-east) and High Westwood (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Durham (14 miles south-east), Consett (3 miles south), Chester-le-Street (11 miles east), Stanley (7 miles east), Crook (13 miles south) and Birtley (11 miles east).
Local landmarks in Newlands
Around Newlands, we work in homes near Church of St Ebba and Ebchester CofE Primary School. The nearest railway station is Stocksfield station, roughly 4.3 miles north-west of the centre. Well-known places in the area include Bywell Castle (4.7 miles north-west) and Shotley Bridge Hospital (1.9 miles south). Open spaces near Newlands include Currock Hill.
FAQs for Newlands
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Is my repair covered?
Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, if the item is otherwise sound. A repair avoids removal and making good. We’ll tell you honestly if replacement makes more sense.
Can you quote from pictures?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.
Do I have to be there?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time that suits you.
What happens once I’ve sent photos?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
For landlords and businesses
If you manage property in Newlands, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we will price them together.
For developers and builders, we fix damage before handover. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
