Barnsley · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating for Smithies homes

Our repair technicians come to Smithies for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating in Smithies

About our non-slip bath coating in Smithies

It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. Common call-outs are for worn-out textured areas and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, on enamelled baths, resurfaced baths and wet room floors (ask us).

The work is guaranteed for twelve months. 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
Location
Smithies (S71, S75)
Region
Barnsley
Guarantee
One year on every repair
Price
Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

What a repair can’t fix

Honesty matters more than a booking, so here’s what a repair cannot 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 will give you a straight answer.

Materials we repair

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

Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Smithies

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.

Most people get in touch after spotting something like this:

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

What to look for in a quote

  • How to care for the finish
  • Whether a trained technician does the job
  • What preparation is included
  • How long the guarantee is and what it covers

Our hiring checklist

What affects the price in Smithies

There are no hourly rates or hidden extras. The price depends on:

  • Access to the area
  • How many items we do on one visit
  • The material and finish
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

The price reflects the work involved, not your postcode. The full price is agreed before booking, with no extras added later.

Send photos for a quote

A couple of clear pictures is all it takes. It helps if you send:

  • Where you are, by postcode
  • Good light, ideally daylight, without flash glare
  • Any details about the material
  • Any earlier repairs or coatings

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will send back a fixed quote and some dates.

What we do, step by step

We begin by going over the job with you, so there are no surprises. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. Allow a few hours, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.

  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. We leave it to cure, normally overnight.

Preparing for the visit

  • Tell us if there are stairs or a lift
  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Open a window if you can

Ask for a price

There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: send a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed price.

Get a free quote

Advice

Why repair rather than replace?

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. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is normally a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

What you get with us

  • Generally one visit, start to finish
  • Everything repaired in place
  • Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
  • We leave the room as we found it

Take a look at our prices page.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Smithies

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Barnsley and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which is easier on the people living there.

We also carry out snagging repairs for builders and developers, putting right damage done during fitting so nothing needs replacing. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.

Can I fix it myself?

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, it’s worth having it done properly.

If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that is fine. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it will not stop us repairing it. Just mention it when you send pictures, as it can add time.

Our work in Smithies

Smithies is about 1 mile north of Barnsley, in Barnsley. Wherever you are in the S71 postcode area, a technician comes to you. Smithies is one of 94 places in Barnsley where we work. Our jobs stretch from Smithies to Leeds (17 miles away).

All of S71 and S75 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Old Road, Buxton Road and Newhill Road or anywhere nearby, a technician can come to you. Close by, we cover Honeywell (1 mile south-west), Old Town (1 mile south-west), Athersley (1 mile north-west), Barnsley (1 mile south) and Carlton (1 mile north-east). Further out, we also cover Wombwell (4 miles south-east), Wath upon Dearne (7 miles south-east), Hoyland (5 miles south), Worsbrough (3 miles south), Thurnscoe (7 miles east) and Penistone (7 miles south-west).

Local landmarks in Smithies

Our customers here include homes close to St Helen, Penny Pie Park and Edward Sheerien School. Also close by are Burton Road Primary School (0.5 miles south) and St Michael's Catholic and Church of England High School (0.8 miles north-east). For rail, the closest station is Barnsley station, about 1.1 miles south of the centre. A little further out are Cooper Gallery (1.1 miles south) and Barnsley Hospital (1.4 miles south-west).

Map of Smithies © OpenStreetMap contributors

FAQs for Smithies

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Nearly always. If photos do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.

How do I clean it?

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

What if the damage is worse than the photos show?

We’ll show you and explain before doing anything extra. You won’t be charged for anything you haven’t agreed.

Is it messy?

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

Can you redo someone else’s repair?

Yes, regularly. Removing the old work can add time, and that is in the quote.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

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

How do I get a price for non-slip bath coating in Smithies?

Every job gets a fixed price based on photos of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo with your S71 postcode.

What do you need from me?

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

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