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Non-Slip Bath Coating in Ravelston
Non-slip bath coating in and around Ravelston: a fixed quote from pictures, a tidy visit and a one-year guarantee.
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
How we handle non-slip bath coating in Ravelston
It suits older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. We regularly repair acrylic baths, enamelled baths and resurfaced baths, and people most frequently call us about a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten.
Peace of mind is built in: our one-year guarantee applies to every job, and we will explain exactly what it covers when we quote. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Area
- Ravelston (EH4, EH12, EH1)
- Region
- Edinburgh
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Free and fixed, from your photos
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What happens on the day
We turn up when we said we would, introduces themselves and looks over the damage before anything else. Dust sheets and masking tape go down before we open a single tin. The work itself takes a few hours, and we leave the room as we found it.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- The area to be treated is masked out.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, usually overnight.
Preparing for the visit
- Clear the area around the damage
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Get a quote
Send us photos of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you are in Ravelston, and we will come back with a fixed quote.
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What we can’t put right
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 photos and we’ll say what we think before booking.
Materials we repair
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Enamelled baths
FAQs for Ravelston
Do the materials smell?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.
What happens once I’ve sent pictures?
We look at the photos and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If anything’s unclear, we will ask for another photo.
Can pets and children be at home?
On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children, so the repair isn’t disturbed while it cures.
How do I clean it?
Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.
Can you price it without visiting?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures can’t show what we need.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your photos and we’ll quote them together.
How much does non-slip bath coating cost in Ravelston?
Because every job differs, we price from photos. You know the full cost before anything is booked.
Is a repair better than a new one?
In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.
When to call us in Ravelston
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- Worn-out textured areas
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Safety for older or less mobile people
Comparing quotes
- What protection goes down before work starts
- When it can be used again
- What the guarantee covers, and for how long
- How to care for the finish
For landlords and businesses
We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out photos. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.
If you manage property in Ravelston, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Send pictures for each one and we will price them together.
Covering Ravelston
Ravelston is about 2 miles west of Edinburgh, in Edinburgh. Our work suits any type of property, old or new, large or small, plus businesses and rented homes. Ravelston is one of 175 places in Edinburgh where we work.
All of EH4, EH12 and EH1 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Columba Road, Gardiner Road and Ellersly Road or a nearby road, we can come to you. Ravelston sits on or near the A902, which makes travel easy. Close by, we cover Blackhall (1 mile north-west), Murrayfield (1 mile south), Roseburn (1 mile south-east), Beechmount (1 mile south-west) and Drylaw (1 mile north). Further out, we also cover Leith (4 miles north-east), Bonnington (3 miles north-east), Buccleuch (3 miles east), Pilrig (3 miles east), North Leith (3 miles north-east) and Dumbiedykes (3 miles east).
What’s near Ravelston
In Ravelston, that means homes near The Mary Erskine School, Saughton Park and St George's School and the streets around them. Other local landmarks include Murrayfield Parish Church (0.6 miles south-east), Roseburn Bar (0.8 miles south-east), Gabrielle Keiller Library (0.8 miles east) and Balgreen Primary School (1.1 miles south). The closest station to Ravelston is Haymarket station, about 1.2 miles south-east of the centre. Other landmarks nearby include Royal Victoria Hospital (0.7 miles north-east) and Waverley Mall (2.2 miles east). For a walk, there’s The New Leaf Co-op and Dunsapie Loch.
- Churches close by include St Columba's Parish Church (less than half a mile north-west)
DIY repairs versus a professional job
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.
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Repair or replace in Ravelston?
The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
Why book with us
- Most jobs done in one visit
- Work done at your home or business
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Same prices wherever you are
Take a look at our full price list.
What affects the price in Ravelston
You will know the full cost before booking. We look at:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- The colour and finish to match
- The size and number of damaged areas
- The type of damage
Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Ravelston. The job itself decides the price: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
How to get a fixed quote
Phone photos are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Ensure they show:
- Where you are, by postcode
- Any details about the material
- A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
- Natural light rather than flash
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
