Midlothian · Scotland

Non-Slip Bath Coating for Old Pentland homes

Non-slip bath coating in Old Pentland without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then we come to you.

  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Need non-slip bath coating in Old Pentland?

What we cannot put right

It helps to know what we can’t do:

  • 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’ll say what we think before booking.

Materials we work on in Old Pentland

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

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Old Pentland

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. Typical jobs include a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten, on wet room floors (ask us), shower trays and enamelled baths.

Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Area
Old Pentland (EH20, EH10)
Area hub
Midlothian
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Quotes
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

Prices and what affects them

You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:

  • What kind of damage it is
  • How hard the colour is to match
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Send photos for a quote

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

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • The material, if you know it
  • A picture taken from further back
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.

What we do, step by step

On the day itself, there’s little for you to do. Let us in and show us the room, and we will take it from there. Most visits take 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. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, normally overnight.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Tell us about parking, stairs or access
  • Clear the area around the damage
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift

How to get a price

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

Send photos for a quote

Advice

Do you need non-slip bath coating in Old Pentland?

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

Signs it’s time to call us include:

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

What to look for in a quote

  • How the room is protected while they work
  • How to look after the finish
  • When it can be used again
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?

How to compare quotes

Work for landlords and builders

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

Should you replace it?

Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Old Pentland

  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • Normally one visit, start to finish
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • One price list for the whole UK

Take a look at our pricing.

Can I fix it myself?

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and give it the full curing time. If it doesn’t work out, we can still repair it properly.

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: kits come in a few standard shades, and without proper cleaning and keying the filler frequently lifts.

Old Pentland: your questions answered

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes, frequently. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Is there a call-out fee?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

What happens if you find more damage?

It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.

Is the work guaranteed?

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

Can pets and children be at home?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, mainly so nothing gets touched before it has cured.

How do I book?

A close-up, a wider photo and your postcode. Then we will agree a date.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Our work in Old Pentland

Old Pentland is about 3 miles west of Bonnyrigg, in Midlothian. From the centre of Old Pentland to the outlying streets, the service is the same: a fixed quote, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Old Pentland is one of 33 towns and villages in Midlothian we cover.

Our visits in EH20 and EH10 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. Other places close to Old Pentland include Hillend (1 mile west), Bilston (1 mile south), Loanhead (1 mile east), Burdiehouse (1 mile north-east) and Roslin (2 miles south). Within a short drive, we also cover Bonnyrigg (3 miles east), Dalkeith (5 miles east), Penicuik (4 miles south-west), Gorebridge (6 miles south-east), Newtongrange (5 miles east) and Mayfield (6 miles east).

Local landmarks in Old Pentland

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to 39 Fountain Place and Gracemount High School and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Slateford station, about 3.8 miles north-west of the centre. A little further out are Cameron Toll Shopping Centre (3.1 miles north) and Princess Margaret Rose Orthopaedic Hospital (1.2 miles north-west). Green spaces nearby include Caerketton Hill and The New Leaf Co-op.

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