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Non-Slip Bath Coating for South Kensington homes
We travel to South Kensington for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Everything is done in place, and the work is guaranteed.
- Worn-out textured areas
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
DIY repairs versus a professional job
A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it does not stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.
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 normally cheaper.
About our non-slip bath coating in South Kensington
It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. We are often asked to fix bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, on acrylic baths, wet room floors (ask us) and shower trays.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee in South Kensington and across Greater London. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Area
- South Kensington (SW3, SW7, SW10)
- County
- Greater London
- Guarantee
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Telephone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Landlord and trade work in South Kensington
For anyone letting property in or around South Kensington, we’ll quote for several properties at once. Just send pictures for each address and we will come back with a combined price.
Rental properties take more wear, and replacing items every time a tenant leaves is expensive. A repair between tenancies is a cheaper way to keep the property in good order.
South Kensington and nearby
South Kensington is about 1 mile south-east of Kensington, in Greater London. We visit customers in South Kensington, so nothing has to leave your home. Our technicians cover all 764 towns and villages in Greater London.
We work across SW3, SW7 and SW10 and the streets around it. Whether you live on King's Road, Fulham Road and Museum Lane or a nearby road, we can come to you. Main roads around South Kensington include the A3217, which makes travel easy. Other places close to South Kensington include Little Chelsea (1 mile south), Chelsea (1 mile east), Brompton (1 mile north-east), World's End (1 mile south) and Earl's Court (1 mile west). We also work in nearby towns such as London (4 miles east), St Pancras (4 miles north-east), Shoreditch (5 miles north-east), Walthamstow (9 miles north-east), Hoxton (5 miles north-east) and Whitechapel (5 miles east).
What’s near South Kensington
Typical jobs here are in homes near Collingham College, Burton’s Court and Chapel of St Luke, among other places. Also close by are London School of Dramatic Art (under half a mile north), Anglesea Arms (within half a mile south), Our Lady of Victories RC Primary School (less than half a mile north-west) and Natural History Museum Library and Archives (less than half a mile north). The nearest railway station is West Brompton station, about 0.8 miles west. Nearby you’ll also find Royal Marsden Hospital (under half a mile east) and Victoria and Albert Museum Spiral (under half a mile north). Green spaces nearby include Serpentine and Campden Hill.
- Local facilities include Ladbroke Estate (2 miles north-west)
Do you need non-slip bath coating in South Kensington?
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
You may need us if you’ve spotted:
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
Before booking anyone
- What protection goes down before work starts
- Whether the colour is mixed to match
- How soon you can use it again
- What aftercare is recommended
What a repair can’t fix
Before booking, it’s worth knowing the limits:
- Surfaces that are already damaged or peeling (these need repairing first)
- Textured areas still wet or recently cleaned with oily products
- Outdoor surfaces
If in doubt, send photos and we’ll say what we think.
Materials we work on in South Kensington
- Enamelled baths
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Resurfaced baths
- Acrylic baths
Also near South Kensington
Also in South Kensington
How it works
From the moment we arrive, we keep the work contained to the one room. We mask off everything nearby, the job takes a morning or an afternoon, depending on what we find, and we finish by cleaning up and talking you through the result.
- We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
- We mask out the area to be treated.
- We put on the clear non-slip coating.
- The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
- We leave it to cure, typically overnight.
How to prepare
- Clear the area around the damage
- Have somewhere for us to park nearby if possible
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
How to get a price
No survey visit is needed: we price from pictures. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.
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FAQs for South Kensington
Do I have to be there?
Someone needs to let us in and show us the job. After that, you can carry on with your day.
Will I see the coating?
Only slightly: the treated area looks slightly matt.
Is it OK to have pets in the house?
Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we are working in. We’ll tell you when the room can be used again.
Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?
Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.
Can you quote from pictures?
Yes, almost always. A close-up and a wider photo are enough to give a fixed price.
Do the materials smell?
There may be a mild smell during the work that clears as it cures.
What information do you need?
Send photos through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787, and we’ll take it from there.
How quickly can you book me in?
It depends on the time of year and where you are. Send pictures with your postcode and we will reply with the earliest dates.
Repairing versus replacing in South Kensington
The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. Most people are surprised how affordable a repair is, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in South Kensington
- No extra charge for your area
- Work done at your home or business
- Fixed prices from your pictures
- One visit for most repairs
Read our full price list.
What affects the price in South Kensington
Every quote is fixed and free. What we take into account:
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- What the surface is made of
- How much damage there is
There are no surprise extras on the day. What we quote from your pictures is what you pay, unless the damage turns out to be different, in which case we talk to you first.
Quotes from your photos
You can take the pictures on your phone, there’s no need for anything special. Just make sure we can see:
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- Any earlier repairs or coatings
- One picture of the whole bath or shower tray
- Any details about the material
If you are in South Kensington and want a price, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
