Somerset · England

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Rhode, Somerset

We travel to Rhode for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

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

Non-slip bath coating near Rhode

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Rhode

It suits older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. Common call-outs are for resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and worn-out textured areas, across enamelled baths, resurfaced baths and acrylic baths.

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. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Where
Rhode (TA5)
Region
Somerset
Guarantee
12 months on all our work
Price
Free, fixed price from pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

Do you need non-slip bath coating in Rhode?

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.

Signs it’s time to call us include:

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten

What to look for in a quote

  • How changes to the job are handled
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • What protection goes down before work starts
  • How long it needs to cure

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Repairing versus replacing in Rhode

The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. The price depends on the type and amount of damage, the material and how many items we do on one visit. We give a fixed price from your pictures, so you know the cost before booking.

What you get with us

  • Most jobs done in one visit
  • No need to remove anything
  • Repair technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
  • We will tell you if it’s not worth repairing

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Covering Rhode

Rhode is about 2 miles south-west of Bridgwater, in Somerset. From the centre of Rhode to the outlying streets, we offer exactly the same service: a fixed price, a tidy visit and a guarantee. We work in 640 places in Somerset.

Our technicians cover all of the TA5 postcode area. Neighbouring places we cover include Woolmersdon (1 mile south-east), Durleigh (1 mile north), Compass (1 mile east), Wembdon (2 miles north) and Bridgwater (2 miles north-east). Further out, we also cover Taunton (7 miles south-west), Burnham-on-Sea (9 miles north), Wellington (12 miles south-west), Street (13 miles east), Glastonbury (14 miles east) and Sydenham (3 miles north-east).

Local landmarks in Rhode

We visit homes around Haygrove School and Church of St Hugh and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bridgwater station, roughly 2.4 miles north-east of the centre. Further afield, we also cover the area around Somerset Brick and Tile Museum (2.4 miles north-east) and Bridgwater Community Hospital (3.5 miles north-east).

Map of Rhode © OpenStreetMap contributors

What affects the price in Rhode

There’s no area surcharge for Rhode. What changes the price is:

  • The material and finish
  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out

Compared with replacing, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.

Quotes from your photos

Phone photos are fine, there’s no need for anything special. Just ensure we can see:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower tray

Call 0345 017 0787 or use the quote form. With one close-up and one wider picture, we can give you a fixed price the same day in most cases.

What we can’t put right

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 photos and we’ll tell you honestly.

Materials we repair

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

What we do, step by step

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, do the job and clear up. Allow a morning or an afternoon from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.

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

Getting ready for the visit

  • Make sure the room can be ventilated
  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Clear the area around the damage

Ask for a price

Most customers in Rhode get their price from pictures. 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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For landlords and businesses

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. We can visit several plots in one trip.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Rhode 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.

Rhode questions

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. If it isn’t worth repairing, we will tell you.

What information do you need?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.

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

Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

Yes, often. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Is it safe with children and pets around?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day.

Do the materials smell?

Expect a mild smell while we are working.

What happens after I send photos?

We come back with a fixed price, usually with dates to choose from. You are under no obligation.

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

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

Can I fix it myself?

DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.

What a professional repair adds is preparation, colour matching and finishing. We prepare the area properly, mix the colour on site and polish the finish to match, then guarantee it for a year.

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