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Non-Slip Bath Coating for Northstead homes

We travel to Northstead for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Worn-out textured areas
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating in Northstead

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Northstead

It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. If you are dealing with worn-out textured areas and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, we can normally put it right, on acrylic baths, shower trays and enamelled baths alike.

Whatever the size of the job, you get the same one-year guarantee in Northstead and across North Yorkshire. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Location
Northstead (YO12, YO11)
County
North Yorkshire
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Price
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

When we’d advise against a repair

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:

  • 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 pictures and we will say what we think before you book.

Materials we repair

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

For landlords and businesses

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.

Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

What happens on the day

Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we are doing. After that, protection goes down around the work area and the work begins. It normally takes a few hours, and we will keep you posted as we go.

  1. First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, generally overnight.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

How to get a price

Send us photos of the damage and one of the whole item, with your YO12 postcode, and we will reply with a fixed price.

Get a fixed price

Related advice

Northstead and the surrounding area

Northstead is about 1 mile north of Scarborough, in North Yorkshire. Our work suits any type of property, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Northstead is one of 626 towns and villages in North Yorkshire we cover. You can also see our page for Leeds, about 57 miles away.

All of YO12 and YO11 is within our area. That includes homes on Dean Road, Cross Lane and Hoxton Road and the roads around them. Close by, we cover Scarborough (1 mile south), Newby (1 mile west), Falsgrave (1 mile south), Throxenby (1 mile west) and Deep Dale (3 miles south). Larger places within reach include Filey (7 miles south-east), Pickering (15 miles west), Hunmanby (9 miles south-east), Eastfield (4 miles south), Cayton (4 miles south) and Osgodby (3 miles south-east).

Local landmarks in Northstead

In Northstead, that means homes near Church of St Columba, Scalby School and Newlands Park pub. Also close by are Raincliffe School (1.2 miles south-west), Scarborough (within half a mile west) and Peasholm Park (under half a mile east). Northstead’s nearest station is Scarborough station, about 0.9 miles south of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Woodend Museum of Natural History (1 mile south-east) and Scarborough Castle (1 mile east). Open spaces near Northstead include Forge Valley and Scarborough Mere.

Map of Northstead © OpenStreetMap contributors

Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Northstead

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, but with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.

Typical reasons for a call-out include:

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

Before booking anyone

  • How soon you can use it again
  • Whether they match the colour on site
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Whether the price covers travel

Our hiring checklist

Why repair rather than replace?

Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Why book with us

  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • Rooms protected and left tidy

Read our full price list.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

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, a professional repair is worth it.

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: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler often lifts.

What non-slip bath coating costs

Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:

  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • How many areas need work
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because there’s no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Getting a price from photos

Phone pictures are fine, there is no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:

  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A photo taken from further back
  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale

Most customers in Northstead get their price from pictures. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

FAQs for Northstead

Does someone need to be in?

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

Is the work guaranteed?

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?

Very little: the treated area looks slightly matt.

What happens once I’ve sent photos?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote.

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Generally, yes. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.

Do you charge for travel?

We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

Do you come to Northstead?

Yes. We cover the entire UK and come to Northstead and the rest of North Yorkshire. Send photos and we’ll quote, or call 0345 017 0787.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Just keep them out of the work area. We will let you know when it’s safe to use again.

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