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Non-Slip Bath Coating for North Leith homes

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays at your home in North Leith, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book non-slip bath coating in North Leith

Non-slip bath coating in North Leith without replacing anything

The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. Common call-outs are for a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and safety for older or less mobile people, across enamelled baths, acrylic baths and wet room floors (ask us).

You get a one-year guarantee, the same in North Leith as everywhere else we work. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Area
North Leith (EH6, EH7, EH5)
County
Edinburgh
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quote
Fixed and free, based on photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026
Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish

Should I try a DIY kit first?

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 won’t last.

We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The trouble is that kit repairs often look fine at first and then fail, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.

Landlords, agents and businesses in North Leith

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

Repairing versus replacing in North Leith

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. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

Why choose Surface Doctor in North Leith

  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing
  • One price list for the whole UK
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year

Take a look at our pricing.

What we do, step by step

On the day itself, there is little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. The job generally runs to a morning or an afternoon.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, usually overnight.

Before we arrive

  • Open a window if you can
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

Ask for a price

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three pictures using our quote form or call us. We will tell you honestly if a repair is the right fix.

Get a free quote

Advice

About North Leith

North Leith is about 2 miles north-east of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. We visit homes and businesses in North Leith and nearby villages, so there’s no workshop to go to. North Leith is one of 175 towns and villages in Edinburgh we cover.

Our visits in EH6, EH7 and EH5 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. From Fyfe Lane, Haig Lane and Mill Lane or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. We also cover the places around North Leith: Bonnington (1 mile south), Timber Bush (1 mile east), Victoria Park (1 mile west), Leith (1 mile north-east) and Newhaven (1 mile north-west). We also work in nearby towns such as West Coates (3 miles south-west), Sciennes (3 miles south), Merchiston (3 miles south), Newington (3 miles south), Queensferry (8 miles west) and Burgh Muir (3 miles south).

Near you in North Leith

Our customers here include homes close to The Annfield Bar, Taylor Gardens and McDonald Road Library. Other local landmarks include Leith Academy (0.8 miles south-east), Leith School of Art (less than half a mile east), London Street Primary School (1.1 miles south) and Leith Baptist Church (less than half a mile south-west). For rail, the closest station is Edinburgh Waverley station, roughly 1.7 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Ocean Terminal (less than half a mile north) and Leith Hospital (within half a mile south-east). Green spaces nearby include Dunsapie Loch and The New Leaf Co-op.

Map of North Leith © OpenStreetMap contributors

What we cannot put right

Some jobs are not right for a repair, 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 photos and we will give you a straight answer.

Materials we work on in North Leith

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

North Leith: your questions answered

What does non-slip bath coating cost?

Every job gets a fixed price from your photos. Send a close-up and a photo of the whole item and your postcode.

Is there a call-out fee?

No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Doing several items on one visit typically costs less than separate visits. Send photos of everything you’d like done.

Can tenants book a repair?

Of course. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Generally, yes. Tell us what was done before and we will plan for it.

How do I clean it?

Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.

Will there be a smell?

There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It fades as everything cures.

Can landlords book you?

Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners across Edinburgh.

What non-slip bath coating costs

Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • How many areas need work

A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

How to get a fixed quote

When you take your pictures, these tips help us give you a firm price:

  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Details of any past repairs
  • Any details about the material
  • Something in shot to show the size

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the entire bath or shower tray, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.

Common problems we fix in North Leith

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.

Send us a photo if you notice any of these:

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet

What your quote should include

  • What prep work is covered
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the pictures show
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Who turns up on the day

Our hiring checklist

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