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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Pool, Devon

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for homes and businesses in Pool and across Devon. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • 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

Trusted non-slip bath coating in Pool

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Pool

It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. Typical jobs include safety for older or less mobile people and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten, on wet room floors (ask us), resurfaced baths and enamelled baths.

All our work is covered by our one-year guarantee. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Location
Pool (EX20)
County
Devon
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
Free and fixed, from your photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

DIY repairs versus a professional job

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.

The difference between a kit and a professional repair is mostly in the preparation and colour. We clean and key the area properly, mix the colour to your surface and finish it to the same sheen, and the work is guaranteed.

When a repair is not the answer

A few problems are outside what a surface repair can do:

  • Surfaces that are already damaged or peeling (these need repairing first)
  • Textured areas still wet or recently cleaned with oily products
  • Outdoor surfaces

Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Pool

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

What we do, step by step

We work cleanly and quietly. We protect the area first, then the work takes a morning or an afternoon. Before we leave, we explain the curing time and the aftercare.

  1. First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Getting ready for the visit

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area

Getting a price

Send us a photo of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, with your EX20 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

Get a free quote

Advice

What we’re called out for in Pool

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

People normally call us when they notice something like this:

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

What your quote should include

  • How changes to the job are handled
  • Whether the price covers travel
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • Whether a trained technician does the job

Choosing a repair company

Pool and nearby

Pool is about 10 miles north of Tavistock, in Devon. Whether you are in the middle of Pool or on the outskirts, the service is the same: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. Pool is one of 586 places in Devon we cover.

We work across EX20. If you are just outside Pool, we cover Bridestowe (1 mile south-west), Sourton (1 mile east), Thorndon Cross (3 miles north), Lydford (3 miles south) and Bratton Clovelly (4 miles west). Larger places within reach include Tavistock (10 miles south), Okehampton (6 miles north-east), Holsworthy (14 miles north-west), Tiddy Brook Meadows (11 miles south), Bere Alston (15 miles south) and Hatherleigh (9 miles north).

Landmarks near Pool

Around Pool, we work in homes near White Hart Inn, Bridestowe Primary School and Church of St Bridget and the streets around them. Further afield, we also cover the area around Okehampton Community Hospital (5.6 miles north-east) and Lydford Castle (3.3 miles south). Open spaces near Pool include Great Links Tor.

Map of Pool © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repair or replace: which is better?

Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not where you live. You’ll see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Why book with us

  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Dust sheets down, tidy finish

Take a look at our prices page.

Landlord and trade work in Pool

Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

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.

Pool: your questions answered

Can tenants book a repair?

We can work for tenants, landlords or agents. Get your landlord’s agreement first.

Are you accredited?

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

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

In most cases. We remove the old repair before doing a new one, so let us know about it.

Is there a call-out fee?

We don’t add a call-out fee. Your fixed quote includes everything.

When can you do it?

We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.

Do the materials smell?

There can be some smell while we work, so we ventilate the room. It clears as the materials cure.

Do you come to Pool?

Yes, we do. We send a technician to Pool for every job, with no extra charge for travel.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.

What affects the price in Pool

We give every job a fixed price from pictures. This is what makes a difference:

  • What the surface is made of
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • What kind of damage it is
  • The size and number of damaged areas

What it costs depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many jobs we combine into one visit. You get a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before you book.

Send photos for a quote

When you take your pictures, a few simple things make all the difference:

  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus
  • Any details about the material
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them to us with your postcode, and you will get a fixed quote back. Quotes are free and you’re under no obligation.

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