Bournemouth · England

Non-Slip Bath Coating in West Cliff

Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in West Cliff and the surrounding area, typically in one visit.

  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • Bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten
Surface Doctor technician refinishing the outside of a roll-top bath

Non-slip bath coating in West Cliff

How we handle non-slip bath coating in West Cliff

It’s a clear, textured coating, so the bath looks much the same. It’s popular with homes with older or less mobile people, holiday lets and families. Typical jobs include resurfaced baths that are now too smooth and worn-out textured areas, across enamelled baths, wet room floors (ask us) and resurfaced baths.

We guarantee the work for a year. If something isn’t right in that time, we come back and put it right. Clean with a soft brush and a mild cleaner. Do not use abrasive pads on the textured area.

Location
West Cliff (BH2, BH1, BH4)
County
Bournemouth
Warranty
12 months on all our work
Quote
Free and fixed, from your pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Last updated
23 October 2026
Stained shower tray resurfaced to clean white, before and after

West Cliff questions

It’s been repaired before. Can you still fix it?

Most of the time. Let us know what was used before.

Do you work for landlords and businesses?

We do, regularly. We quote for multiple addresses and fit around tenancy changeovers.

Do I have to be there?

Yes. We need access to the room while we work, at a time we agree with you.

Is there any odour?

A little, depending on the job. Ventilation keeps it to a minimum.

Can pets and children be at home?

Keep pets and children away from the work area on the day, so the repair is not disturbed while it cures.

I rent my home. Can I book you?

Yes. Check with your landlord; we can send the quote to them too.

Is the work guaranteed?

Yes, for a year. If anything goes wrong with the repair within the year, we return to fix it.

How do I clean it?

Yes. Use a soft brush and a mild cleaner.

Honest limits

Some jobs aren’t right for a repair, for example:

  • 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.

Materials we work on in West Cliff

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

How we price non-slip bath coating

Each job gets its own fixed price. These are the things that affect it:

  • Unusual colours or finishes
  • What the surface is made of
  • Whether we combine several jobs
  • Whether old repairs or coatings need taking off

Set against the cost of replacement, a repair is typically a fraction of the price, because there is no removal, plumbing or making good. Your fixed quote shows exactly what’s included.

Send pictures for a quote

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

  • A coin or ruler next to the damage for scale
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • The material, if you know it
  • A photo taken from further back

To get a price, send a couple of pictures using our quote form or ring us. We will tell you honestly whether it can be repaired.

DIY kit or professional repair?

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We take the old repair out and do it properly, so it won’t stop us repairing it. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send photos.

It’s tempting to reach for a kit, but many of the jobs we do start with putting right a DIY repair. Getting it right first time is generally cheaper.

West Cliff and the surrounding area

West Cliff is about 2 miles south of Bournemouth, in Bournemouth. We agree a date that works for you, and you will know when to expect us, so you are not left waiting in all day. Our repair technicians cover all 20 towns and villages in Bournemouth, from the larger towns to small villages.

Our repair technicians cover all of BH2, BH1 and BH4 and the streets around it. Jobs here include addresses on Bath Road, The Square and Exeter Road. If you are just outside West Cliff, we cover Richmond Hill (1 mile north-east), Lansdowne (1 mile north-east), Westbourne (1 mile west), East Cliff (1 mile east) and Meyrick Park (1 mile north). Within a short drive, we also cover Muscliff (3 miles north), Pokesdown (3 miles east), Redhill (3 miles north), Ensbury Park (3 miles north), West Howe (3 miles north-west) and Strouden Park (3 miles north-east).

What’s near West Cliff

Locally, our jobs take us to homes close to St Michael's Church of England Primary School, Winton Academy and Meyrick Park. Other local landmarks include Unitarian Church (within half a mile north-west), Talbot Heath School (1.3 miles north-west) and Moon in the Square pub (within half a mile north). The nearest railway station is Bournemouth station, about 1.1 miles north-east. A little further out are Bournemouth (within half a mile west) and Brownsea Castle (3.9 miles south-west). The countryside around West Cliff includes St Catherine's Hill.

Map of West Cliff © OpenStreetMap contributors

Repair or replace in West Cliff?

The alternatives are replacing the bath or tray with a textured one, or a bath mat that needs lifting and cleaning. A coating adds grip to the bath you have. We charge the same wherever you are, with no extra for West Cliff. The job itself decides the price: the material, the amount of damage and how many items.

Why choose Surface Doctor in West Cliff

  • Everything repaired in place
  • A year’s guarantee on all work
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Honest advice, even when it means no job

Read our pricing.

Common problems we fix in West Cliff

Smooth surfaces are easy to clean, yet with soap and water on them they become slippery. The textured patch on an older bath also wears down over time.

People normally call us after spotting one of these:

  • Resurfaced baths that are now too smooth
  • Worn-out textured areas
  • Safety for older or less mobile people
  • A bath or tray that is slippery when wet

Comparing quotes

  • When it can be used again
  • Whether there are any call-out or travel charges
  • How the colour is matched
  • What happens if they find more damage

Choosing a repair company

Work for landlords and builders

Letting agents frequently send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we can arrange access with the tenant directly if that helps.

Builders use us to fix snagging damage before handover. We can visit several plots in one trip.

How it works

Expect a friendly, tidy visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, cover and mask the work area, then carry out the work, which normally takes a few hours. If anything looks different from your photos, we will talk to you before going ahead.

  1. First the standing area is cleaned and degreased.
  2. The area to be treated is masked out.
  3. The clear textured coating is applied.
  4. The masking comes off to leave a neat edge.
  5. Once it has cured, normally overnight, it’s ready.

Before we arrive

  • Tell us about any previous repairs or coatings
  • Avoid using the area for a few hours before we arrive
  • Have a window or extractor fan available

Get a quote

Ring 0345 017 0787, or send us pictures through the quote form. With a clear picture of the damage and one of the whole bath or shower tray, we can give you a fixed quote without visiting.

Get a fixed price

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