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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Perran Downs, Cornwall
Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Perran Downs and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
About our non-slip bath coating in Perran Downs
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. We’re frequently asked to fix worn-out textured areas and safety for older or less mobile people, in resurfaced baths, acrylic baths and enamelled baths.
All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Cornwall. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Where
- Perran Downs (TR20)
- Region
- Cornwall
- Warranty
- 12 months on all our work
- Price
- Free, fixed price from pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
Where we work around Perran Downs
Perran Downs is about 5 miles east of Penzance, in Cornwall. Anywhere in TR20, we come to you. Perran Downs is one of 644 towns and villages in Cornwall where we work.
We cover every part of the TR20 postcode area. Jobs here include addresses on Trevelyan Grove, Trescowe Road and Grove Lane and the roads around them. If you’re just outside Perran Downs, we cover Higher Downs (1 mile north-west), St Hilary (1 mile north-west), Rosudgeon (1 mile south), Goldsithney (1 mile west) and Relubbus (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Falmouth (15 miles east), Camborne (8 miles north-east), Redruth (11 miles north-east), Penzance (5 miles west), Helston (7 miles east) and Hayle (4 miles north).
Around Perran Downs
In Perran Downs, that means homes near St Hilary Church and St Hilary School, among other places. The nearest railway station is St Erth station, about 3.3 miles north of the centre. A little further out are Acton Castle (1.4 miles south) and West Cornwall Musical Museum (0.6 miles west). For a walk, there is Marazion Marsh RSPB Reserve and Godolphin Hill.
When to call us in Perran Downs
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:
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Questions to ask before you book
- When it can be used again
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- Whether the price covers travel
- The length of the guarantee and what it covers
Common questions in Perran Downs
Is there a guarantee?
Every repair comes with a 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.
When can you do it?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.
It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?
Yes, regularly. It can add a little time, which we include in the quote.
Do I need to be at home?
Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.
What areas do you cover?
The entire UK, including all of Cornwall. Just include your postcode and we will offer you dates.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.
I’m a tenant. Can you help?
We’re happy to deal with the tenant, landlord or agent. Just make sure the landlord agrees.
What we do, step by step
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 normally takes a morning or an afternoon. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we will explain it before carrying on.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- Next we mask off the area.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- We lift the masking for a clean edge.
- We leave it to cure, generally overnight.
How to prepare
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
How to get a price
Upload a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the whole item, and tell us you are in Perran Downs, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
Advice
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair is not right for every job, 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 pictures and we will give you a straight answer.
Surfaces we repair
- Shower trays
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
Landlord and trade work in Perran Downs
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
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.
DIY kit or professional repair?
The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, and the work is guaranteed.
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can make a small mark look better. The trouble is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.
Repair or replace: which is better?
The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Perran Downs
- Every repair guaranteed for a year
- Straight answers about what a repair can do
- One visit for most repairs
- Rooms protected and left tidy
Take a look at our full price list.
How we price non-slip bath coating
Each job gets its own fixed quote. These are the things that affect it:
- The material
- How many items we do on one visit
- Unusual colours or finishes
- The size and number of damaged areas
A few things move the price: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.
How to get a fixed price
Photographing the damage takes a minute. Please include:
- The material, if you know it
- Natural light rather than flash
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- The postcode, so we can plan the visit
Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you’ll get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you are under no obligation.
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