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Non-Slip Bath Coating for Pyworthy homes

We travel to Pyworthy for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.

  • 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

Book non-slip bath coating in Pyworthy

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Pyworthy

The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. If you have a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, we can help, on shower trays, acrylic baths and resurfaced baths alike.

In a village or hamlet like Pyworthy, homes are often older cottages, farmhouses and barn conversions. Some have heavy cast iron baths or tight bathrooms, and getting a bath out along a lane or up narrow stairs is hard work. Non-slip bath coating in place avoids all of that.

You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before booking. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Location
Pyworthy (EX22)
County
Devon
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
A fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

What we do, step by step

Nothing needs to be moved out of the room. We bring everything we need with us, lay protective sheets and start once you are happy with the plan. It normally takes a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there. Somewhere like Pyworthy needs a little journey planning: let us know about lanes, gates and parking. We bring everything needed for the non-slip bath coating, so there’s no second trip.

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

Getting ready for the visit

  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive

How to get a price

To get a price, send a couple of pictures using our quote form or call us. We will say straight away if a repair is the right fix.

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Common questions in Pyworthy

Can you restore the original baths and shower trays in an older house in Pyworthy?

Typically: original pieces are often better made and harder to replace. We’ll give you an honest view from photos.

Will you travel to Pyworthy?

Yes, we cover the whole UK, villages included, with the same prices as anywhere else.

Can you repair several things at once?

Of course, and it normally saves money. Just add the extra items to your pictures and we will quote them together.

Do you hold any accreditations?

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

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

Only slightly: the treated area looks slightly matt.

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

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 clean it?

Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.

Will you leave a mess?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.

Repair or replace in Pyworthy?

The alternatives are 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. Replacement in Pyworthy means trades, travel and waste removal, while a repair is a single visit.

A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.

Why book with us

  • Usually one visit, start to finish
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • A fixed quote before booking
  • Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide

Take a look at our Full price list.

Pyworthy homes and their baths

Pyworthy is about 17 miles south-west of Bideford, in Devon. Whether you are in the middle of Pyworthy or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. We cover 586 places across Devon.

Here we cover the EX22 postcode area for non-slip bath coating. We also cover the places around Pyworthy: Derriton (1 mile east), Torridge (2 miles north-east), Holsworthy (2 miles north-east), Chilsworthy (2 miles north) and Whimble (2 miles east). Within a short drive, we also cover Great Torrington (15 miles north-east), Hatherleigh (14 miles east), Lifton (12 miles south-east) and Hartland (14 miles north).

Around Pyworthy

Around Pyworthy, we work in homes near Molesworth Arms, among other places. Further afield, we also cover the area around Holsworthy Museum (1.8 miles east). Not far away are Dunsdon National Nature Reserve.

Map of Pyworthy © OpenStreetMap contributors

Honest limits

A repair isn’t 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

If in doubt, send pictures and we’ll say what we think before booking.

Materials we repair

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

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s natural to want to try a repair 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.

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

Work for landlords and builders

Rented homes see more wear and tear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send photos, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.

When to call us in Pyworthy

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re 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.

Typical reasons for a call-out include:

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people

In the older streets of Pyworthy, around landmarks like Church of St Swithin, an original cast iron or steel bath is worth keeping, and non-slip bath coating gives it years more use.

Questions to ask before booking

  • How the colour is matched
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • What happens if the damage is worse than the photos show

How to compare quotes

How we price non-slip bath coating

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

  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • What kind of damage it is
  • The material and finish
  • How hard the colour is to match

Every job is a little different, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Quotes from your pictures

Good photos mean an accurate price. Here’s what we find most useful:

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Where you are, by postcode
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Add a line about what happened and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

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