Shetland Islands · Scotland
Non-Slip Bath Coating for Vidlin homes
Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Vidlin and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Worn-out textured areas
- Safety for older or less mobile people
Should I try a DIY kit first?
If you do try a kit, read the instructions carefully and work on a clean, dry surface, and give it the full curing time. If it fails, we can still put it right.
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 is not prepared the repair won’t last.
About our non-slip bath coating in Vidlin
It’s a clear, textured coating, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. If you are dealing with a bath or tray that is slippery when wet and worn-out textured areas, we can generally put it right.
Every job is backed for twelve months in Vidlin and everywhere else. If something goes wrong with the work, we come back. A soft brush and mild cleaner keep it clean. Avoid scourers on the coating.
- Where
- Vidlin (ZE2)
- Region
- Shetland Islands
- Guarantee
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Free and fixed, from your photos
- Phone
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
Other services in Vidlin
Landlords, agents and businesses in Vidlin
We regularly work with letting and managing agents. Send the address, photos and access details and we’ll arrange it.
We carry out planned and one-off repairs for housing associations and facilities teams. A repair avoids taking out and refitting, which matters when someone is living in the home.
What we are called out for in Vidlin
Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
Clients usually contact us about:
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
- Worn-out textured areas
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Safety for older or less mobile people
What your quote should include
- Aftercare advice
- Whether they match the colour on site
- Whether a trained technician does the job
- How your room will be protected
Why repair rather than replace?
Instead, you could go for replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A non-slip coating treats your existing bath or tray. It helps to know what pushes a price up or down: access, material, the extent of the damage and whether we can do several items together. Send pictures and you’ll get a fixed figure.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Vidlin
- Free fixed quotes from pictures
- Rooms protected and left tidy
- One-year guarantee on every repair
- Technicians who travel to you, UK-wide
Take a look at our full price list.
Where we work around Vidlin
Vidlin is in the Shetland Islands. We visit customers in Vidlin and the surrounding area, so there is no workshop to go to. We cover 63 places in the Shetland Islands, from the larger towns to small villages.
Here we cover the ZE2 postcode area. Close by, we cover Dury (4 miles south), Hamister (4 miles east), Voe (4 miles west), Symbister (4 miles south-east) and Sandwick (4 miles south-east). Some remote addresses need extra planning, so call us to arrange it.
Near you in Vidlin
Further afield, we also cover the area around The Cabin Museum (1.5 miles south-west). Open spaces near Vidlin include Kirkhouse Loch and Setter Hill.
What a repair cannot fix
In fairness, some problems need a different fix:
- 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’ll tell you honestly.
Materials we repair
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Wet room floors (ask us)
- Resurfaced baths
- Shower trays
What affects the price in Vidlin
A fixed quote means you know the cost before you book. We take into account:
- How much damage there is
- How many items we do on one visit
- What kind of damage it is
- How hard the colour is to match
A repair normally costs much less than people expect, particularly next to the cost of replacement. Photos let us give you the exact figure.
Quotes from your pictures
Almost every job we do is priced from pictures. This is what to send:
- A close-up of the damage, in focus
- Whether it’s been repaired or coated before
- Your postcode, so we can check dates
- One picture of the entire bath or shower tray
There’s no need for us to visit first. Photos are enough for us to price nearly every job: we need a close-up, a wider picture and your postcode, and we will reply with a fixed quote.
The process
Here’s how a visit generally runs: we arrive on time, sheet and mask the area around the job, carry out the work and clear up. Allow a morning or an afternoon from start to finish. Before leaving, we tell you how long to leave it and what to avoid for the first few days.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- Next we mask off the area.
- The clear textured coating is applied.
- We lift the masking for a clean edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, usually overnight.
Preparing for the visit
- Keep a parking space free if you can
- Make sure the room can be ventilated
- Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
Get a quote
For most jobs, photos are all we need to give you a price. Tell us what happened and where you are, and we’ll send back a fixed quote and some dates.
Related advice
Questions from Vidlin
What happens next?
You’ll get a fixed quote back, plus dates. You are under no obligation.
Is there any odour?
Some materials have a smell while they’re applied. It fades as everything cures.
Do you hold any accreditations?
Yes, including CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor. The full list is on our accreditations page.
Can I get a quote without a visit?
Nearly always. We only ask to see it in person if the pictures cannot show what we need.
What happens if you find more damage?
The price is fixed for what the photos show. If there is more, we’ll tell you before starting.
Is it safe with children and pets around?
Just keep them out of the work area. We will tell you when the room can be used again.
Can landlords book you?
We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.
How quickly can you book me in?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we will do what we can.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
