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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Shelton, Shropshire

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for homes and businesses in Shelton and across Shropshire. Free, fixed quotes from your pictures.

  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating near Shelton

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Shelton

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. Our technicians work on acrylic baths, enamelled baths and shower trays, and people most often call us about a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and safety for older or less mobile people.

Your repair is guaranteed for a year, as with every job we do. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Discoloured square shower tray restored with a new white finish
Location
Shelton (SY3, SY5)
Region
Shropshire
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Price
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

Shelton and nearby

Shelton is about 2 miles west of Shrewsbury, in Shropshire. Jobs in Shelton are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from pictures, and a technician at your door on the day. We cover all 433 towns and villages across Shropshire. Our nearest city page is Birmingham, about 41 miles away.

Every address in SY3 and SY5 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. We regularly work on streets such as Pump Lane, Oliver Road and Merlin Road. We also cover the places around Shelton: Copthorne (1 mile east), Frankwell (1 mile east), Coton Hill (2 miles east), Kingsland (2 miles east) and Bagley (2 miles east). Further out, we also cover Oswestry (15 miles north-west), Madeley (15 miles east), Monkmoor (3 miles east), Wem (10 miles north), Sutton (3 miles south-east) and Broseley (15 miles south-east).

What’s near Shelton

Around Shelton, we work in homes near Shrewsbury School, Christ Church Shelton and Oxon and Oxon CofE Primary School, among other places. The closest station to Shelton is Shrewsbury station, roughly 1.8 miles east of the centre. Well-known places in the area include The Parade Shopping Centre (0.6 miles south) and Shrewsbury Castle (1.8 miles east). The countryside around Shelton includes Haughmond Hill and Bomere Pool.

Map of Shelton © OpenStreetMap contributors

What affects the price in Shelton

There’s no charge for travel to Shelton. The price comes down to:

  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • How easy the damage is to reach
  • The colour and finish to match
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Quotes from your photos

You can typically get a fixed quote without us visiting. To make it quick:

  • Any details about the material
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

For a price in Shelton, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

The process

You do not need to empty the room beforehand. We bring everything we need with us, put protection down and get going once we’ve agreed what we are doing. Most jobs take a morning or an afternoon, and you are welcome to carry on with your day while we work.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. Next we mask off the area.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, usually overnight.

How to prepare

  • Have a window or extractor fan available
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
  • Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible

Get a quote

There is no need for us to visit first. Nearly every job can be priced from pictures: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.

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Landlord and trade work in Shelton

Rental properties take more wear, and replacing things at every changeover adds up. Repairing between tenants keeps the property presentable for less.

We’re used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we will arrange it.

Common problems we fix in Shelton

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, but with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.

The things customers usually mention when they call include:

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

What to look for in a quote

  • How soon you can use it again
  • What preparation is included
  • How to look after the finish
  • The length of the guarantee and what it covers

10 questions to ask before booking

Should you replace it?

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. The price depends on how much damage there is and what kind, what it’s made of and how many items we do on one visit. You get a fixed quote from your pictures, so there are no surprises on the day.

Why us?

  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Work done at your home or business

Take a look at our full price list.

When we’d advise against a repair

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

Not sure? Send pictures and we’ll give you a straight answer.

Materials we repair

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

Shelton: your questions answered

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

Very little: the treated area looks slightly matt.

Can you do more than one item on the same visit?

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

What happens next?

We come back with a fixed quote, plus dates. You’re under no obligation.

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.

Is it messy?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.

Is there a call-out fee?

Travel is included in the price, and we charge the same wherever you are.

Is there a guarantee?

Every repair comes with our one-year guarantee. Ask us what it covers when you get your quote.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Most of the time. Tell us what was done before.

Should I try a DIY kit first?

If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.

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, then guarantee it for a year.

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