Scottish Borders · Scotland

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Stichill, Scottish Borders

Our repair technicians come to Stichill for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, and the work is guaranteed.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating in Stichill

Where we work around Stichill

Stichill is about 14 miles east of Galashiels, in the Scottish Borders. We travel to homes and businesses in Stichill and the surrounding area, so nothing has to leave your home. We cover all 89 towns and villages in the Scottish Borders. Our nearest city page is Edinburgh, about 36 miles away.

All of TD5 is within our area. Neighbouring places we cover include Ednam (2 miles south-east), Kelso (3 miles south), Sprouston (3 miles south-east), Eccles (4 miles north-east) and Smailholm (4 miles west). Further out, we also cover Galashiels (14 miles west), Jedburgh (12 miles south), Duns (10 miles north-east), Melrose (11 miles west), Earlston (9 miles west) and Lauder (13 miles north-west).

What’s near Stichill

In Stichill, that means homes near Kelso High School and United Presbyterian Church. A little further out are Kelso Hospital (2.6 miles south) and Hume Castle (2 miles north-west).

Map of Stichill © OpenStreetMap contributors

About our non-slip bath coating in Stichill

It suits homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. The coating is clear and textured, so the bath looks much the same. If you are dealing with worn-out textured areas and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, we can help, whatever the material.

You are covered after we leave: each job carries a one-year guarantee, and we explain what it covers before you book. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after
Where
Stichill (TD5)
Area hub
Scottish Borders
Cover
One year on every repair
Quote
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

FAQs for Stichill

Can you quote from pictures?

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

What do you need from me?

Use the quote form or ring 0345 017 0787.

Will a non-slip coating change how my bath looks?

Only slightly: it shows as a matt area where you stand.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes. Ask your landlord first, and we can send them the quote if that helps.

Do you do work for letting agents?

Yes. We carry out repairs for homeowners, landlords, letting agents, builders and businesses.

Is it messy?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and we clean up when we’ve finished.

Are there extra charges for Stichill?

There’s no separate call-out charge. The fixed price covers the visit and the work.

What happens if you find more damage?

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

Prices and what affects them

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

  • How many areas need work
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • The type of damage

Our prices are the same across the UK, with no extra for Stichill. What changes the price is the job itself: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Quotes from your pictures

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

  • Any earlier repairs or coatings
  • Any details about the material
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • Something in shot to show the size

The quickest way to a price is to send two or three photos through our quote form or call us. We will say straight away whether it can be repaired.

How the visit works

When we visit, the technician arrives at the agreed time, protects the room with dust sheets and masking and gets started. Expect it to take a few hours. We clean up when we’re done and let you know when you can use it again.

  1. We clean and degrease the standing area.
  2. Next we mask off the area.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. We remove the masking for a neat edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, usually overnight.

Preparing for the visit

  • Ensure the area is dry
  • Keep pets and children out of the room while we work
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated

Ask for a price

For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we will reply with a fixed quote and the earliest dates we have.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

What we’re called out for in Stichill

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.

The things customers generally mention when they call are:

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet

Before you book anyone

  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • How the colour is matched
  • What prep work is covered

10 questions to ask before you book

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Doing it properly first is generally the cheaper route.

You can buy a DIY kit for most repairs, and they can make a small mark look better. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface isn’t prepared the repair won’t last.

Repairing versus replacing in Stichill

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. A repair is priced on what needs doing, not your postcode. You will see the full price before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Why book with us

  • Fixed prices from your photos
  • Rooms protected and left tidy
  • Work done at your home or business
  • One-year guarantee on every repair

See our full price list.

Landlords, agents and businesses in Stichill

Hotels, guest houses and holiday lets need rooms back in use quickly, so most of our work is done in a single visit. We’ll fit around changeovers where we can.

We regularly price jobs from inventory or check-out pictures. You can have a price before you arrange access, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

What we can’t put right

We will always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair won’t do:

  • 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 will say what we think.

Materials we repair

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