Sunderland · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating for Shiney Row homes

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays for homes and businesses in Shiney Row and across Sunderland. Free, fixed quotes from your photos.

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Book non-slip bath coating in Shiney Row

Non-slip bath coating in Shiney Row, done in place

It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. We are often asked to fix resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, on resurfaced baths, wet room floors (ask us) and shower trays.

A one-year guarantee comes as standard. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Area
Shiney Row (DH4)
Area hub
Sunderland
Warranty
A year, on every repair
Price
Free and fixed, from your photos
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

The process

On the day, we arrive at the time we’ve agreed, cover the area with dust sheets and masking, and set to work. The job usually takes a few hours. We tidy up before we leave and let you know when you can use it again.

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

Before we arrive

  • Let the surface dry out before the visit
  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Plan for the room to be out of bounds to pets and children

Ask for a price

You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we’ll come back to you with a fixed figure.

Get a free quote

Advice

Work for landlords and builders

If you manage property in Shiney Row, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll price them together.

We work for landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Shiney Row as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.

Shiney Row questions

Do you cover Shiney Row?

We do. Repair technicians travel to Shiney Row from across the region, with no extra charge for travel.

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Most of the time. Let us know what was used before and we’ll plan for it.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Of course, and it typically saves money. Just add the extra items to your photos and you will get one combined price.

Is it worth repairing rather than replacing?

Generally, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We’ll be honest if it’s not worth it.

How quickly can you book me in?

It depends on the time of year and where you are. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.

Can landlords book you?

Yes, frequently. We can quote for several properties together and work between tenancies.

Is it messy?

We protect the room with dust sheets and masking first, and we clean up when we have finished.

Can I get a quote without a visit?

In nearly every case. We only ask to see it in person if the photos cannot show what we need.

Shiney Row and nearby

Shiney Row is about 2 miles north-west of Houghton-le-Spring, in Sunderland. Whether you are in the middle of Shiney Row or on the outskirts, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Shiney Row is one of 75 towns and villages in Sunderland where we work. We work right across the region, from Shiney Row to Newcastle upon Tyne (about 10 miles away).

Jobs in DH4 are booked in the same way as anywhere else. That includes homes on Station Road, Chester Road and Princes Street. Shiney Row is on the B1519, so it’s easy for us to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Philadelphia (1 mile east), Penshaw (1 mile north), New Herrington (1 mile east), Newbottle (1 mile south-east) and Fence Houses (1 mile south). We also work in nearby towns such as Sunderland (4 miles north-east), Washington (3 miles north-west), Sunniside (6 miles north-east), Fulwell (6 miles north-east), Hendon (6 miles north-east) and Ford (4 miles north-east).

What’s near Shiney Row

In Shiney Row, that means homes near St Robert of Newminster Catholic School, Houghton-le-Spring Rectory park and St Oswald, among other places. The nearest railway station is Chester-Le-Street station, about 3.2 miles west. Well-known places in the area include Lambton Castle (1.5 miles west) and Ankers House Museum (3 miles west). For a walk, there’s WWT Washington and Warden Law.

  • Local facilities include East and Middle Herrington (2.4 miles east)
Map of Shiney Row © OpenStreetMap contributors

Prices and what affects them

Every quote is fixed and free. What we look at:

  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • What kind of damage it is
  • The material

Set against the cost of replacement, 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

Good pictures mean an accurate price. Here’s what helps:

  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • A coin beside the damage so we can judge size
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before

If you’re in Shiney Row and want a price, photos are the quickest way: one close up, one from further back, plus your postcode. You will get a fixed quote with dates to choose from.

Repairing versus replacing in Shiney Row

Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking.

Why book with us

  • No extra charge for your area
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • One-year guarantee on every repair
  • One visit for most repairs

Take a look at our prices page.

What we are called out for in Shiney Row

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

Contact us if you’ve noticed any of these:

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet

Questions to ask before you book

  • Whether the colour is mixed to match
  • A fixed price, and whether VAT is included
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • Who will actually do the work

Our hiring checklist

What we can’t put right

To be straight with you, there are a few things a repair won’t fix:

  • 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.

Surfaces we repair

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

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.

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

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