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Non-Slip Bath Coating for Petrockstowe homes

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

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

Non-slip bath coating in Petrockstowe

Non-slip bath coating in Petrockstowe, done in place

It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. Typical jobs include safety for older or less mobile people and worn-out textured areas, on enamelled baths, shower trays and resurfaced baths.

Big or small, you get the same one-year guarantee in Petrockstowe and across Devon. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Where
Petrockstowe (EX20)
Region
Devon
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Quotes
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

What we’re called out for in Petrockstowe

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

If you can see any of these, send us a photo:

  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth

Questions to ask before you book

  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers
  • How to look after the finish
  • What preparation is included

How to compare quotes

What a repair cannot fix

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • 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 repair

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

What non-slip bath coating costs

Prices are worked out job by job, from your photos. What matters most is:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How easy the damage is to reach

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

Send photos for a quote

You can take the photos on your phone, there’s no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:

  • What it’s made of, if you know
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Daylight if possible, and no flash reflection

Getting a price is easy: take a close-up of the damage and a picture from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.

FAQs for Petrockstowe

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.

Are you a vetted contractor?

Yes. Our accreditations include CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.

Do you charge for travel?

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

What if the damage is worse than the pictures show?

If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Most of the time. Tell us what was done before and we’ll plan for it.

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send photos with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

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

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

Very little: the treated area looks slightly matt.

Petrockstowe and nearby

Petrockstowe is about 11 miles south of Bideford, in Devon. From the centre of Petrockstowe to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Petrockstowe is one of 586 towns and villages in Devon we cover.

Here we cover the EX20 postcode area. That includes homes on Cott Lane, Brandise Hill and Townland Rise. Neighbouring places we cover include Ash Cross (1 mile south-east), Sheepwash (2 miles south-west), Buckland Filleigh (3 miles west), Highampton (4 miles south-west) and Battledown Cross (4 miles west). Within a short drive, we also cover Barnstaple (15 miles north), Bideford (11 miles north), Okehampton (10 miles south-east), Newport (15 miles north), Roundswell (14 miles north) and East-the-Water (11 miles north).

What’s near Petrockstowe

In Petrockstowe, that means homes near Laurels Inn and Church of St Petrock. Nearby you’ll also find Barometer World (2.2 miles north-east).

Map of Petrockstowe © OpenStreetMap contributors

How it works

On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. Expect it to take a morning or an afternoon. We clean up when we are done and tell you when it’s ready to use.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, usually overnight.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
  • Let us know which floor the room is on

Getting a price

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through 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 price the same day in most cases.

Get a fixed quote

Advice

Should you replace it?

Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. There are no surprise extras on the day. The price we quote from your photos is the price you pay, and if the damage turns out to be different, we discuss it before starting.

Why choose Surface Doctor in Petrockstowe

  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Fixed prices from your pictures

See our pricing.

DIY kit or professional repair?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.

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.

Work for landlords and builders

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Petrockstowe use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.

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