Portsmouth · England

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Tipner, Portsmouth

Non-slip bath coating in Tipner without the cost of replacing. Send us pictures for a fixed price, then we come to you.

  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • 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 Tipner

About our non-slip bath coating in Tipner

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 safety for older or less mobile people and bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten, we can generally put it right.

We stand behind the work with a one-year guarantee, so you are not left on your own once we’ve gone. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Where
Tipner (PO2)
Area hub
Portsmouth
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Price
Free, fixed quote from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026

When we would advise against a repair

It helps to know what we cannot do:

  • 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.

What we work on

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

What happens on the day

Here’s how a visit usually runs: we arrive at the agreed slot, sheet and mask the area around the job, do the job and clear up. Plan for a morning or an afternoon from start to finish. Before we go, we’ll explain when it can be used and what to avoid for the first few days.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  3. We put on the clear non-slip coating.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. We leave it to cure, generally overnight.

Preparing for the visit

  • Keep a parking space free if you can
  • Make sure the area is dry
  • Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing

How to get a price

If you’re in Tipner and want a price, pictures are the quickest way: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

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Related advice

What non-slip bath coating costs

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

  • Where the damage is and how we get to it
  • Doing more than one item at once
  • What the surface is made of
  • Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear

Rather than charging by the hour, we price the whole job up front. It depends on the damage, the material and access.

Send photos for a quote

Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To help us price it:

  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • One picture of the entire bath or shower tray
  • One sharp close-up of the damage
  • Something in shot to show the size

Email us photos of the damage and a wider shot of the entire item, and tell us you are in Tipner, and we’ll come back with a fixed quote.

Questions from Tipner

Do the materials smell?

It depends on the job, but frequently a little. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.

How much does non-slip bath coating cost in Tipner?

The exact price depends on the damage, so we quote from pictures. You know the full cost before anything is booked.

What happens after I send pictures?

We come back with a fixed price, generally with dates to choose from. You’re under no obligation.

What information do you need?

Just photos, your postcode and a contact number. On the day, access to the room.

Are you a vetted contractor?

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

Can I get a quote without a visit?

Typically, yes. Clear photos let us give you a fixed price without visiting.

Will you leave a mess?

Dust sheets and masking go down before we start, and tidy up before we leave.

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

Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Send pictures of everything you’d like done.

Landlord and trade work in Tipner

For anyone letting property in or around Tipner, we will quote for several properties at once. Send pictures for each one and we will come back with a combined price.

Housing associations and facilities teams use us for planned and reactive repairs in Portsmouth and across the UK. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.

Should you replace it?

Instead, you could go for a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. A repair usually costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Send photos and we’ll give you the exact figure.

Why book with us

  • Work done at your home or business
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job
  • Nothing taken out or refitted
  • Same prices wherever you are

Take a look at our prices page.

Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Tipner

Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but with soap and water on them they become slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

If you can see any of these, send us a photo:

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • Worn-out textured areas

Questions to ask before you book

  • How long it needs to cure
  • How your room will be protected
  • How changes to the job are handled
  • If travel is included in the price

Our hiring checklist

Should I try a DIY kit first?

It’s natural to want to try a repair yourself. The risk is that a kit repair hides the damage for a while, then fails, and then the old filler has to be removed first.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but the repairs we redo most often are DIY ones that have discoloured or lifted. Getting it right first time is typically cheaper.

About Tipner

Tipner is about 1 mile north-west of Portsmouth, in Portsmouth. We visit clients in Tipner and the surrounding area, so there is no workshop to go to. Tipner is one of 19 places in Portsmouth we cover. Our nearest city page is London, about 64 miles away.

Postcode districts we cover here: PO2. You’ll find streets such as Knox Road, Croft Road and Whaley Road, all of which we cover. Tipner is on the M275 and A2047, so it’s easy for us to reach. We also cover the places around Tipner: North End (1 mile east), Rudmore (1 mile south-east), Portsmouth (1 mile south-east), Landport (1 mile south) and Hilsea (1 mile north-east).

Landmarks near Tipner

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to Mayfield School, St Edmund's Catholic School and Stamshaw Infant Academy, among other places. Nearby too are Mother Shipton pub (less than half a mile north-east), St Saviour's Church (under half a mile north-east) and Alexandra Park (0.6 miles north-east). The closest station to Tipner is Portsmouth & Southsea station, roughly 1.4 miles south. A little further out are Royal Portsmouth Hospital (1.2 miles south) and Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum (0.8 miles south). For a walk, there is Milton Locks and Portsdown Hill.

  • Local facilities include Southsea (2.5 miles south)
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