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Non-Slip Bath Coating for Starcross homes
Non-slip bath coating in Starcross without the cost of replacing. Send us photos for a fixed quote, then we come to you.
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Safety for older or less mobile people
Why repair rather than replace?
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 coating adds grip to the bath you have. Compared with replacing, a repair is usually a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you’re paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Starcross
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- One visit for most repairs
- A year’s guarantee on all work
- CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
Take a look at our prices page.
Non-slip bath coating in Starcross, 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. Our technicians work on shower trays, acrylic baths and wet room floors (ask us), and the jobs we see most are resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and worn-out textured areas.
A one-year guarantee comes as standard, so you’re not left on your own once we have gone. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Area
- Starcross (EX6)
- County
- Devon
- Warranty
- A year, on every repair
- Price
- Fixed and free, based on photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Updated
- 23 October 2026
Prices and what affects them
There’s no area surcharge for Starcross. What changes the price is:
- The colour and finish to match
- How many areas need work
- Whether we combine several jobs
- Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
Instead of hourly rates, we price the entire job up front. Damage, material and access decide it, and doing several items at once reduces it.
How to get a fixed quote
The better the photos, the more accurate the price. Here’s what helps:
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- Natural light rather than flash
- Any details about the material
- A picture taken from further back
We price from photos so you do not have to wait in for a survey. Send them through the quote form, or call 0345 017 0787 if you’d rather talk it through, and you will get a fixed figure back.
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What we do, step by step
Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, and get on with the job, which normally takes a morning or an afternoon. If we find something your pictures didn’t show, we’ll explain it before carrying on.
- We clean and degrease the standing area.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We apply the clear textured coating.
- We lift the masking for a clean edge.
- We leave it to cure, typically overnight.
Getting ready for the visit
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
- Have a window or extractor fan available
- Mention any parking restrictions or tricky access
Getting a price
If you’re in Starcross and want a price, photos are the quickest way: 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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Covering Starcross
Starcross is about 2 miles west of Exmouth, in Devon. Anywhere in EX6, a technician comes to you. We cover all 586 towns and villages across Devon.
We work across EX6 and the streets around it. From Church Street, Courtenay Terrace and Western Drive or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. Neighbouring places we cover include Cockwood (1 mile south), Cofton (1 mile south-west), Kenton (1 mile north-west), Powderham (2 miles north) and Lympstone (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Exeter (7 miles north-west), Newton Abbot (10 miles south-west), Teignmouth (6 miles south-west), Sidmouth (10 miles north-east), Kingsteignton (8 miles south-west) and Dawlish (3 miles south).
Local landmarks in Starcross
Our clients here include homes close to Galleon Inn, Church of Saint Paul and Starcross Primary School, among other places. Starcross has its own railway station: Starcross station. Nearby you will also find Powderham Castle (1.3 miles north) and Budleigh Salterton Health and Wellbeing Hub (5.7 miles east). Green spaces nearby include Bowling Green Marsh RSPB reserve.
Landlords, agents and businesses in Starcross
Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Devon and across the UK. Repairing in place avoids the disruption of a replacement, which is easier on the people living there.
Builders, developers and site managers book us for snagging repairs, putting right damage done during fitting. We hold CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accreditations.
DIY kit or professional repair?
We understand the appeal of fixing it yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and the old filler has to come out before a proper repair.
If you are set on a kit, follow its instructions closely, ensure the area is clean and completely dry, and do not use it until it has fully cured. If it fails, we can still put it right.
Common problems we fix in Starcross
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.
Send us a photo if you notice any of these:
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Worn-out textured areas
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Before you book anyone
- How your room will be protected
- How the colour is matched
- What preparation is included
- Aftercare advice
FAQs for Starcross
Is a non-slip bath easy to clean?
Yes. A soft brush and mild cleaner is all it needs.
Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?
Only slightly: it shows as a matt area where you stand.
What happens if you find more damage?
It’s rare, but if it happens we talk to you first. You decide whether to go ahead.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
Yes. We carry out repairs for householders, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. If pictures do not show enough, we’ll ask for another angle.
What happens after I send photos?
We look at the pictures and reply with a fixed price and some dates. If we need another angle, we’ll ask.
Will there be a smell?
Expect a mild smell while we are working that clears as it cures.
When can you do it?
That depends on our diary for your area. We will offer you dates when we send your quote.
When we would advise against a repair
Some jobs are not 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
Send us pictures and we will tell you honestly.
Materials we work on in Starcross
- Acrylic baths
- Enamelled baths
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Resurfaced baths
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
