Suffolk · England

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Shimpling, Suffolk

Non-slip bath coating for Shimpling, without a refit. Get a fixed quote from your photos, then book a visit.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • 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

Non-slip bath coating in Shimpling

Non-slip bath coating in Shimpling, done in place

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. We regularly repair shower trays, wet room floors (ask us) and acrylic baths, and the jobs we see most are worn-out textured areas and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet.

We guarantee the work for a year. If there’s a problem with the repair within the year, we return and sort it. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Shimpling (IP29)
Area hub
Suffolk
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quote
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.

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

Where we work around Shimpling

Shimpling is about 6 miles north of Sudbury, in Suffolk. Jobs in Shimpling are booked in like any other job: a fixed quote from photos, and a technician at your door on the day. Shimpling is one of 731 towns and villages in Suffolk where we work. Our jobs stretch from Shimpling to London (56 miles away).

Postcode districts we cover here: IP29. Nearby, we also work in Slough Hill (1 mile north), Shimpling Street (1 mile north-east), Alpheton (1 mile east), Hanningfield Green (2 miles north) and Bury Road (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Bury St Edmunds (8 miles north), Haverhill (12 miles west), Sudbury (6 miles south), Stowmarket (12 miles east), Hadleigh (12 miles south-east) and Needham Market (14 miles east).

Landmarks near Shimpling

In Shimpling, that means homes near Church of St George. Nearby you will also find Cockfield Tower (2.9 miles north-east). Open spaces near Shimpling include Bull's Wood.

Map of Shimpling © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repair or replace: which is better?

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

Why us?

  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • No extra charge for your area
  • CHAS and Constructionline accredited
  • Free fixed quotes from pictures

See our pricing.

Do you need non-slip bath coating in Shimpling?

Smooth surfaces are 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.

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

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

Questions to ask before you book

  • How long it needs to cure
  • What the guarantee covers, and for how long
  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • How changes to the job are handled

Our hiring checklist

What happens on the day

Once we are through the door, we keep the work contained to the one room. Surfaces nearby are masked off, the work takes a few hours, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.

  1. First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, generally overnight.

How to prepare

  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Point us to the nearest place to park
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

Ask for a price

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

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Landlords, agents and businesses in Shimpling

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We can work around your bookings.

We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll handle the rest.

When we would advise against a repair

Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:

  • 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 will give you a straight answer.

Surfaces we repair

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

Shimpling: your questions answered

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

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

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

In most cases, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

How quickly can you book me in?

That depends on our diary for your area. We’ll offer you dates when we send your quote.

Do you charge for travel?

We don’t add a call-out fee. The fixed quote covers the visit and the work.

Will you leave a mess?

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

Is the work guaranteed?

All our work carries our one-year guarantee. We will explain what it covers when we quote.

Will the price change on the day?

The price is fixed for what the pictures show. If there’s more, we will tell you before starting.

Do I need to be at home?

We need someone to let us in. After that, you can carry on with your day.

What non-slip bath coating costs

Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:

  • The size and number of damaged areas
  • Access to the area
  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • How many items we do on one visit

Rather than charging by the hour, we fix the price before we start. Damage, material and access decide it.

Send photos for a quote

Phone pictures are fine. Ensure they show:

  • A wider photo showing the entire bath or shower tray
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • Any details about the material

If you are in Shimpling and want a price, the easiest route is pictures: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You’ll get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

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