Derbyshire · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating for Stanton Gate homes

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays at your home in Stanton Gate, with a one-year guarantee on every repair.

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • 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

Book non-slip bath coating in Stanton Gate

How we handle non-slip bath coating in Stanton Gate

The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. We regularly repair acrylic baths, enamelled baths and shower trays, and people most frequently call us about safety for older or less mobile people and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet.

All our work is covered by a one-year guarantee, wherever you are in Derbyshire. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Location
Stanton Gate (DE7)
County
Derbyshire
Warranty
One year on every repair
Price
Fixed and free, based on photos
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

How the visit works

Visits start with a quick look at the job together, so you know exactly what we’re doing. Then the area is sheeted and masked and we start. You can expect it to take a morning or an afternoon, and we’ll tell you if anything changes.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, usually overnight.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access

Getting a price

Pricing is simple: take a close-up of the damage and a photo from further back, send them over with your postcode, and you will get a fixed price back. There is no charge for the quote and you are under no obligation.

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Can I fix it myself?

A DIY attempt isn’t a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. Just mention it when you send photos, as it can add time.

For a hairline mark somewhere you’ll never see, a kit may be enough. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, it’s worth having it done properly.

About Stanton Gate

Stanton Gate is about 3 miles north-west of Beeston, in Derbyshire. Anywhere in DE7, we come to you. Our repair technicians cover all 532 towns and villages across Derbyshire, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for Birmingham, about 41 miles away.

We work across DE7. If you are just outside Stanton Gate, we cover Trowell (1 mile north-east), Stapleford (1 mile south-east), Sandiacre (1 mile south), Gallows Inn (1 mile north) and Bramcote (2 miles east). We also work in nearby towns such as Ilkeston (3 miles north-west), Long Eaton (3 miles south), Belper (10 miles north-west), Heanor (6 miles north-west), Ripley (9 miles north-west) and Langley Mill (6 miles north-west).

Landmarks near Stanton Gate

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Bramcote College, St. Luke's Church and Albany Infant and Nursery School, among other places. Other local landmarks include St Helen's Church (1 mile north) and The Blue Bell pub (0.7 miles south). Stanton Gate’s nearest station is Ilkeston station, roughly 2.8 miles north. A little further out are Museum of the Mercian Regiment (2.5 miles south-east) and Ilkeston Hospital (3.7 miles north-west). For a walk, there is Attenborough Nature Reserve.

Map of Stanton Gate © OpenStreetMap contributors

Questions from Stanton Gate

Do you work in Stanton Gate?

We do. We send a technician to Stanton Gate for every job, and the price is the same as everywhere else.

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

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.

Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?

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

Is my repair covered?

Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee. We’ll explain what it covers when we quote.

Is repairing better than replacing?

Generally, yes. Replacement brings removal, refitting and making good, which a repair avoids. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

What happens after I send photos?

We check the damage, the material and your postcode, then reply with a quote with dates.

Can you repair something that is been repaired before?

Usually, yes. We remove the old repair before doing a new one.

Are you a vetted contractor?

We are accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.

Do you need non-slip bath coating in Stanton Gate?

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.

These are the problems we’re asked about most:

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

What your quote should include

  • When it can be used again
  • Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT

How to compare quotes

What non-slip bath coating costs

We give every job a fixed price from photos. This is what makes a difference:

  • How many areas need work
  • The type of damage
  • Any earlier repairs that need removing first
  • How many items we do on one visit

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. You will see the full price before you book, with nothing added on the day.

How to get a fixed price

Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • A picture taken from further back
  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • The material, if you know it

The quickest way to a price is to send a couple of photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Repair or replace in Stanton Gate?

The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or a bath 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 Stanton Gate

  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • A fixed quote before you book
  • Every repair guaranteed for a year
  • Same prices wherever you are

Take a look at our full price list.

Landlord and trade work in Stanton Gate

We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit.

What a repair cannot fix

In fairness, 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 pictures and we will give you a straight answer before booking.

Materials we work on in Stanton Gate

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