Orkney Islands · Scotland
Non-Slip Bath Coating for Scarwell homes
We travel to Scarwell 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
- Worn-out textured areas
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Covering Scarwell
Scarwell is about 14 miles north-west of Kirkwall, in the Orkney Islands. We agree a date that works for you, and you’ll know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. Scarwell is one of 51 places in the Orkney Islands we cover.
Every address in KW16 is covered. Scarwell is on the B9056, which makes it straightforward to reach. If you’re just outside Scarwell, we cover Skeabrae (2 miles east), Dounby (3 miles east), Tenston (3 miles south-east), Hourston (4 miles east) and The Barony (4 miles north). Remote and island addresses take a little more planning, so it’s best to call first.
Around Scarwell
Around Scarwell, we work in homes near Quoyloo Parish Church. Nearby you will also find Skara Brae Visitor Centre (1.6 miles south) and Earl's Palace (4.1 miles north). Not far away are The Loons and Loch of Banks RSPB nature reserve and Loch of Isbister.
Non-slip bath coating at your home in Scarwell
The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. Whether it’s worn-out textured areas and safety for older or less mobile people, we can help.
We guarantee the work for a year. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Area
- Scarwell (KW16)
- Region
- Orkney Islands
- Cover
- A year, on every repair
- Quote
- Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Page updated
- 23 October 2026
What else we do in Scarwell
Do you need non-slip bath coating in Scarwell?
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
Send us a picture if you notice any of these:
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Worn-out textured areas
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
What to look for in a quote
- Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
- Whether the price covers travel
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- When it can be used again
Prices and what affects them
Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:
- How hard the colour is to match
- Access to the area
- Doing more than one item at once
- The material and finish
The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.
Quotes from your photos
Phone pictures are fine. Ensure they show:
- Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
- One picture of the whole bath or shower tray
- Where you are, by postcode
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.
When a repair isn’t the answer
A repair isn’t always the answer, and we will tell you before we start. Repairs will not solve:
- Surfaces that are already damaged or peeling (these need repairing first)
- Textured areas still wet or recently cleaned with oily products
- Outdoor surfaces
Not sure? Send photos and we’ll give you a straight answer.
Materials we repair
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Resurfaced baths
DIY kit or professional repair?
You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, 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.
If you’re set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, make sure the area is clean and completely dry, and don’t use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Scarwell questions
Is a repair better than a new one?
Usually, when the rest is in good condition. A repair avoids removal and making good. If replacing would be better, we’ll say so.
Is there a guarantee?
Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
Do you work in Scarwell?
Yes. We cover the entire UK and travel to Scarwell and the rest of the Orkney Islands. Send us photos for a fixed quote, or call 0345 017 0787.
Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?
Only slightly: the treated area looks slightly matt.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
What do you need from me?
Some pictures, your postcode and how to reach you. On the day, we only need access to the room.
Can landlords book you?
Yes. We work for landlords, agents, builders and businesses as well as homeowners.
What happens next?
You’ll get a fixed quote back. You are under no obligation.
Should you replace it?
The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for Scarwell. What changes the price is the job itself: how much damage, what it’s made of and how many items.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Scarwell
- No need to remove anything
- One price list for the entire UK
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- A fixed quote before you book
See our prices page.
How it works
The work is clean and fairly quiet. We protect the area first, then the work takes a few hours. At the end we talk you through how soon it can be used and how to care for it.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- We mask out the area to be treated.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- We lift the masking for a clean edge.
- We leave it to cure, generally overnight.
Before we arrive
- Point us to the nearest place to park
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Clear the area around the damage
Getting a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from photos. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you’ll get a fixed figure back.
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Landlords, agents and businesses in Scarwell
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We are CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
