Portsmouth · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating in Portsmouth

Local non-slip bath coating for Portsmouth: a fixed quote from photos, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.

  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating near Portsmouth

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Portsmouth

It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. We are frequently asked to fix bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, across wet room floors (ask us), shower trays and acrylic baths.

Every job is backed for twelve months. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Location
Portsmouth (PO6, PO4, PO1, PO2)
County
Portsmouth
Guarantee
A year, on every repair
Quotes
Free and fixed, from your photos
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

What we can’t put right

Not everything can be repaired, and we would rather say so up front. We can’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

Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.

Materials we repair

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

What non-slip bath coating costs

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

  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off
  • The material and finish
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before you book, with no extras added later.

Getting a price from photos

Two or three clear photos are normally enough. Try to include:

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Natural light rather than flash
  • A close-up of the damage, in focus

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Landlord and trade work in Portsmouth

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

How it works

Your technician turns up when we said we would, introduces themselves and looks over the damage before anything else. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before any work starts. Most visits take a morning or an afternoon, and we leave the room as we found it.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. We apply the clear textured coating.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Ensure the room can be ventilated

Get a quote

We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through.

Get a free quote

Advice

Common problems we fix in Portsmouth

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

Get in touch if you’ve noticed any of these:

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

What to look for in a quote

  • Who will actually do the work
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers
  • Whether the price covers travel

Our hiring checklist

Where we work around Portsmouth

Portsmouth is in England. Our repair technicians come to clients in Portsmouth, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. We cover all 19 towns and villages in Portsmouth, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 64 miles away.

Every address in PO6, PO4, PO1 and PO2 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We regularly work on streets such as Church Road, April Square and Rudmore Square and the roads around them. With the A3 and A27 close by, Portsmouth is simple for us to get to. We also cover the places around Portsmouth: Rudmore (1 mile north-west), Landport (1 mile south-west), North End (1 mile north), Fratton (1 mile south-east) and Kingston (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cover Wymering (3 miles north), Paulsgrove (3 miles north), Drayton (3 miles north-east) and Farlington (3 miles north-east).

Landmarks near Portsmouth

In Portsmouth, that means homes near Manor Infant School, Alexandra Park and St Wilfrid and the streets around them. You will also find The Druids Arms (under half a mile north-east), The Portsmouth Academy (within half a mile south-east) and St Edmund's Catholic School (0.7 miles south-west). The nearest railway station is Fratton station, roughly 0.9 miles south. A little further out are Tricorn Centre (0.7 miles south-west) and Royal Portsmouth Hospital (0.7 miles south-west). Green spaces nearby include Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.

  • Local facilities include Southsea (1.9 miles south)
Map of Portsmouth © OpenStreetMap contributors

Why repair rather than replace?

The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. We charge the same wherever you are, so there is no premium for Portsmouth. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.

Why us?

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • We come to you, anywhere in the UK

Take a look at our full price list.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.

Portsmouth questions

Can pets and children be at home?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We’ll let you know when it’s safe to use again.

Can landlords book you?

We do, regularly. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

What happens next?

You get a fixed price and available dates. If we need another angle, we will ask.

Are you accredited?

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

Is my repair covered?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

Will I see the coating?

Very little: the treated area looks slightly matt.

How much does non-slip bath coating cost in Portsmouth?

Every job gets a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your PO6 postcode.

Does someone need to be in?

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

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