Essex · England
Non-slip bath & shower coating in Wakes Colne, Essex
Our repair technicians come to Wakes Colne for clear non-slip coatings for baths and shower trays. Nothing is taken out, with a one-year guarantee.
- Safety for older or less mobile people
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Worn-out textured areas
Your questions about non-slip bath coating in Wakes Colne
Are you accredited?
We’re accredited with CHAS, Constructionline, SafeContractor, SMAS Worksafe and Builder’s Profile.
How quickly can you book me in?
We will give you dates with your quote. If it’s urgent, say so and we’ll do what we can.
Is there any odour?
A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum, and it soon fades.
Can you do more than one item on the same visit?
Yes. Combining jobs on one visit brings the cost down. Include pictures of each item.
How do I get a price for non-slip bath coating in Wakes Colne?
We give a fixed price based on pictures of the damage. Send a close-up of the damage and a wider photo and your postcode.
Is the work guaranteed?
Yes: twelve months. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.
What happens if you find more damage?
If we find something the pictures didn’t show, we explain it first. The price only changes if you agree.
Do you cover the entire of Essex?
All of Essex, and the rest of the UK. There’s no extra charge for travel.
About our non-slip bath coating in Wakes Colne
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. We are frequently asked to fix resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and worn-out textured areas, in enamelled baths, acrylic baths and shower trays.
Whatever the size of the job, it’s backed by a one-year guarantee. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.
- Location
- Wakes Colne (CO6)
- Area hub
- Essex
- Cover
- 12 months on all our work
- Quotes
- Free and fixed, from your pictures
- Call
- 0345 017 0787
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
What affects the price in Wakes Colne
Prices are worked out job by job. The main factors are:
- Unusual colours or finishes
- Whether it’s a chip, crack, burn or wear
- Where the damage is and how we get to it
- Any earlier repairs that need removing first
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.
Getting a price from pictures
You can take the photos on your phone. Ensure they show:
- Any details about the material
- A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
- A clear, close picture of the problem area
- Where you are, by postcode
To get a price, send a couple of photos using our quote form or ring us. We’ll tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.
What we can’t put right
A repair is not always the answer, and we’d rather say so up front. We can’t 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 photos and we will say what we think.
What we work on
- Resurfaced baths
- Enamelled baths
- Acrylic baths
- Shower trays
- Wet room floors (ask us)
Where we work around Wakes Colne
Wakes Colne is about 5 miles east of Halstead, in Essex. We travel to clients in Wakes Colne and the surrounding area, so you don’t need to take anything anywhere. We work in 644 places in Essex, from the larger towns to small villages. You can also see our page for London, about 47 miles away.
Every address in CO6 is covered, from the main roads to the quietest streets. Local streets include Station Road, The Street and Colchester Road. Being close to the A1124, Wakes Colne is simple for us to get to. We also travel to Chappel (1 mile south), Rose Green (1 mile south-east), Swan Street (1 mile south), White Colne (1 mile west) and Great Tey (2 miles south). Larger places within reach include Colchester (7 miles east), Braintree (9 miles west), Maldon (14 miles south), Witham (10 miles south-west), Camulodunum (6 miles south-east) and Halstead (5 miles west).
Local landmarks in Wakes Colne
Our clients here include homes close to Church of St Barnabas, Colne Valley and The Swan pub and the streets around them. There is a railway station in Wakes Colne itself: Chappel & Wakes Colne station. Other landmarks nearby include Mount Bures (2.5 miles north) and Halstead Hospital (5.2 miles west). Not far away are Sergeants Orchard.
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DIY repairs versus a professional job
DIY kits are sold for most surfaces, and they can tidy up a tiny mark. Where they fall down is colour and preparation: they come in a handful of shades, and if the surface is not prepared the repair will not last.
If you’ve already tried a DIY fix, that’s fine. We remove the old filler and start again, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.
How the visit works
Nothing needs to be moved out of the room beforehand. Everything we use comes in the van with us, put protection down and start once you are happy with the plan. It usually takes a morning or an afternoon, and you can get on with other things while we’re there.
- First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
- Next we mask off the area.
- We apply the clear textured coating.
- We remove the masking for a neat edge.
- The coating is left to cure before use, usually overnight.
Before we arrive
- Mention any earlier repairs or resurfacing
- Tell us about parking, stairs or access
- Open a window if you can
Ask for a price
Send us a picture of the damage and one of the whole item, with your CO6 postcode, and we’ll reply with a fixed quote.
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Landlord and trade work in Wakes Colne
Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover, saving last-minute replacements. Several plots can be done in one visit to keep costs down.
We are used to working with agents and managing companies. Just send pictures, the address and how to get access and we’ll arrange it.
Common problems we fix in Wakes Colne
Baths and trays are made smooth so they’re easy to clean, but wet, soapy surfaces are slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.
It’s worth getting a quote if you see:
- Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
- Worn-out textured areas
- A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
- Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Before booking anyone
- How to look after the finish
- What happens if they find more damage
- Whether cleaning and preparation are in the price
- Whether a trained technician does the job
Repairing versus replacing in Wakes Colne
The alternatives are a new textured bath or tray, or relying on a mat, which traps water and needs cleaning. A coating treats your existing bath or tray. Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because nothing has to be taken out, refitted or made good. The quote lists exactly what you are paying for.
Why choose Surface Doctor in Wakes Colne
- One visit for most repairs
- Accredited with CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor
- Nothing taken out or refitted
- Same prices wherever you are
See our full price list.
About our accreditations · Every repair comes with a one-year guarantee.
