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Non-slip bath & shower coating in Uphill, North Somerset

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

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating for Uphill homes

How we price non-slip bath coating

Each job gets its own fixed price. This is what makes a difference:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • The type of damage
  • Where the damage is and how we get to it

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. Photos let us give you a fixed figure.

Quotes from your photos

Most quotes are done from pictures alone. To make it quick:

  • Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
  • Your postcode, so we can check dates
  • A picture taken from further back
  • What it’s made of, if you know

We price from pictures so you don’t have to wait in for a survey. Use the quote form, or ring 0345 017 0787 to talk it through.

Non-slip bath coating in Uphill without replacing anything

It suits older people, families and holiday lets. The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. If you’re dealing with worn-out textured areas and safety for older or less mobile people, we can generally put it right, whatever the material.

You’re covered for a year from the day of the repair. If anything isn’t right, ring us and we will sort it. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Don’t use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Before and after: an old shower tray refinished by Surface Doctor
Area
Uphill (BS23, BS24)
Area hub
North Somerset
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quotes
Free, fixed price from pictures
Telephone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

How it works

We begin by going over the job with you. Then the area is sheeted and masked and the work begins. You can expect it to take a morning or an afternoon, and we will keep you posted as we go.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. Next we mask off the area.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. The coating is left to cure before use, generally overnight.

How to prepare

  • Mention if the room is upstairs or in a flat
  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated

Getting a price

You don’t need a survey visit. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will come back to you with a fixed figure.

Send photos for a quote

Advice

What we can’t put right

We’ll always be straight with you, so here’s what a repair cannot fix:

  • 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 pictures and we will say what we think.

Surfaces we repair

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

Signs you need non-slip bath coating in Uphill

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, but with soap and water on them they become slippery. Textured areas on older baths wear smooth too.

Look out for these signs:

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

Comparing quotes

  • How your room will be protected
  • Is the price fixed, and does it include VAT?
  • What prep work is covered
  • Who will actually do the work

How to compare quotes

Covering Uphill

Uphill is about 2 miles south-west of Weston-super-Mare, in North Somerset. We work in every kind of home, from flats and terraces to detached houses and new builds, as well as offices, shops and holiday lets. Uphill is one of 86 places in North Somerset we cover.

All of BS23 and BS24 is within our area, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Streets in the area include Links Road, Loxton Road and Grange Road. If you’re just outside Uphill, we cover Oldmixon (1 mile east), Purn (1 mile south-east), Bleadon (2 miles south-east), Hutton (2 miles east) and Weston-super-Mare (2 miles north-east). We also work in nearby towns such as Portishead (14 miles north-east), Clevedon (9 miles north-east), Nailsea (12 miles north-east), Yatton (8 miles north-east), Worle (3 miles north-east) and Locking (3 miles east).

Local landmarks in Uphill

Our clients here include homes close to Uphill Primary School, The Ship Inn and Church of Saint Nicholas and the streets around them. For rail, the closest station is Weston-Super-Mare station, about 1.5 miles north. Other landmarks nearby include Locking Castle (3 miles north-east) and Yielding Tree Railway Museum (0.7 miles south-east). The countryside around Uphill includes Brean Down.

Map of Uphill © OpenStreetMap contributors

Landlord and trade work in Uphill

We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Send the address, photos and access details and we will arrange it.

Landlords, letting agents and housing providers in Uphill use us as well as householders. A repair between tenants keeps the property empty for less time, and it costs much less than replacing.

FAQs for Uphill

Is it OK to have pets in the house?

On the day, the room should be kept clear of pets and children.

What happens after I send photos?

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

Will it make a mess?

Very little mess: we sheet and mask everything nearby, and we leave the room clean.

Can I add another job to the visit?

Yes, and it’s often cheaper. Just add the extra items to your pictures and you’ll get one combined price.

Is repairing better than replacing?

In most cases, yes. A repair skips the removal, fitting and redecorating. We will be honest if it’s not worth it.

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

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

What does non-slip bath coating cost?

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

What do you need from me?

Photos of the damage, a photo of the whole bath or shower tray and your postcode. Then we’ll agree a date.

Repair or replace in Uphill?

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. Compared with replacing, repairing usually costs far less, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.

Why book with us

  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • We leave the room as we found it
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • One visit for most repairs

See our prices page.

DIY repairs versus a professional job

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For damage in plain view, cracks, holes or rust, or coloured finishes, a professional repair is worth it.

If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully, 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.

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