North Yorkshire · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating for Thirsk homes

Clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays in Thirsk, carried out at your home and guaranteed for a year.

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • 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

Need non-slip bath coating in Thirsk?

Work for landlords and builders

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Thirsk use us as well as homeowners. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it generally costs far less than a refit.

Hospitality businesses cannot afford rooms out of action for long, so we keep visits short and tidy. We can work around your bookings.

Non-slip bath coating in Thirsk, done in place

It’s popular with older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. Whether it’s resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and a bath or tray that is slippery when wet, we can normally put it right.

Every repair is covered by a one-year guarantee. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Area
Thirsk (YO7)
Area hub
North Yorkshire
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quotes
Fixed and free, based on pictures
Call
0345 017 0787
Page updated
23 October 2026
Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor

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.

Kits are cheap and easy to find, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is normally cheaper.

What happens on the day

A typical visit goes like this: we arrive at the agreed slot, protect everything around the work area, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a few hours. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and how to look after it.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. We lift the masking for a clean edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, typically overnight.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

Ask for a price

To get a price, send two or three photos using our quote form or call us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

Send pictures for a quote

Read more

Should you replace it?

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. No two jobs are quite the same, so we price each one individually. What’s damaged, how badly and how easy it is to reach all make a difference, and doing several things on one visit costs less than separate visits.

Why us?

  • No extra charge for your area
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • Rooms protected and left tidy

Take a look at our prices page.

About Thirsk

Thirsk is about 10 miles north-east of Ripon, in North Yorkshire. From the centre of Thirsk to the outlying streets, the service is the same: fixed prices, tidy work and a one-year guarantee. Our repair technicians cover 626 places across North Yorkshire. We work right across the region, from Thirsk to Leeds (31 miles away).

All of YO7 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Whether you live on Market Place, Station Road and Piper Lane or anywhere nearby, we can come to you. With the A19 and A61 close by, Thirsk is easy for our technicians to reach. Neighbouring places we cover include Sowerby (1 mile south-west), South Kilvington (1 mile north), Carlton Miniott (2 miles west), Thorpefield (2 miles south-west) and North Kilvington (2 miles north). Larger places within reach include Ripon (10 miles south-west), Northallerton (8 miles north-west), Easingwold (10 miles south-east), Boroughbridge (10 miles south), Bedale (11 miles west) and Romanby (8 miles north-west).

What’s near Thirsk

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Thirsk School & Sixth Form College, Church of St Mary and Thirsk School & Sixth Form College. You’ll also find Thirsk Community Primary School (under half a mile north-east) and Little 3 pub (within half a mile south-west). The nearest railway station is Thirsk station, roughly 1.4 miles west of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Upsall Castle (3.2 miles north-east). Green spaces nearby include Gormire Lake and Hood Hill.

Map of Thirsk © OpenStreetMap contributors

What a repair can’t fix

Some problems need a builder, plumber or fitter rather than us:

  • 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 photos and we will tell you honestly.

Materials we work on in Thirsk

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

How we price non-slip bath coating

Quotes are free and the price is fixed. What we look at:

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

It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: the amount of damage, the material, access to the area, and how many jobs we do in one trip. Send photos and you’ll get a fixed figure.

How to get a fixed quote

You can take the photos on your phone. Just ensure we can see:

  • Natural light rather than flash
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • The material, if you know it
  • One sharp close-up of the damage

Send us pictures of the damage and one of the whole item, and tell us you’re in Thirsk, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.

What we’re called out for in Thirsk

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

The things customers normally mention when they call are:

  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten

What your quote should include

  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • How your room will be protected
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • How to care for the finish

10 questions to ask before you book

Questions from Thirsk

Will it make a mess?

No. The work area is masked and covered, and we leave the room clean.

Can you repair several things at once?

Yes, and it’s frequently cheaper. Send pictures of everything together and we’ll quote them together.

What do you need from me?

Send pictures through the quote form or call 0345 017 0787.

Will there be a smell?

There may be a mild smell during the work, which fades afterwards.

Do you cover the whole of North Yorkshire?

Everywhere in the UK, Thirsk included. There’s no extra charge for travel.

Are there extra charges for Thirsk?

No. Our quotes include travel, and we charge the same wherever you are.

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

Only slightly: the treated area looks slightly matt.

How soon can you come?

Your quote comes with available dates. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.

CHAS accredited contractor and Constructionline logos SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile logos

About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.

Read what customers say about us on Trustpilot.