Oldham · England

Non-slip bath & shower coating in Woodhouse Green, Oldham

Fixed-price non-slip bath coating in Woodhouse Green and the surrounding area, done in a single visit in most cases and guaranteed for a year.

  • 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

Trusted non-slip bath coating in Woodhouse Green

Non-slip bath coating in Woodhouse Green without replacing anything

The coating is clear and textured, so it shows only as a slightly matt area where you stand. It suits older people, families and holiday lets. Whether it’s bath mats that harbour mould or get forgotten and resurfaced baths that are now too smooth, we can help, whatever the material.

The work is covered for a year after we finish. If anything is not right, ring us and we will come back. 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
Location
Woodhouse Green (M35)
County
Oldham
Warranty
One year on every repair
Quote
Free, fixed price from pictures
Phone
0345 017 0787
Updated
23 October 2026

Covering Woodhouse Green

Woodhouse Green is about 1 mile east of Failsworth, in Oldham. We visit homes and businesses in Woodhouse Green and the surrounding area, so you do not need to take anything anywhere. Woodhouse Green is one of 72 towns and villages in Oldham we cover.

Our technicians cover all of M35 and the streets around it. Local streets include Cutler Hill Road and Ashton Road. Neighbouring places we cover include Woodhouses (1 mile south-west), Limeside (1 mile north), Garden Suburb (1 mile north-east), Hollins (1 mile north) and Bardsley (1 mile east). We also work in nearby towns such as Royton (4 miles north), Shaw (5 miles north), Waterhead (3 miles north-east), Lees (3 miles north-east), Clarksfield (3 miles north-east) and Greenacres (3 miles north-east).

Near you in Woodhouse Green

Our clients here include homes close to Failsworth School, Woodhouses Voluntary Primary School and Woodhouses Mission Church, among other places. Also close by are Werneth Park (1.7 miles north), Kaskenmoor School (0.6 miles north-west) and Woodhouse Gardens pub (0.5 miles south-west). The closest station to Woodhouse Green is Ashton-Under-Lyne station, about 1.9 miles south-east. A little further out are Ashton Arcades (1.9 miles south-east) and Tameside General Hospital (2.6 miles south-east). Open spaces near Woodhouse Green include Tandle Hill and Eastwood Nature Reserve.

  • Other local spots include Ashton Waterloo (1.1 miles east)
Map of Woodhouse Green © OpenStreetMap contributors

DIY kit or professional repair?

A kit can be fine for a tiny mark out of sight. For anything you look at every day, anything that has rusted, cracked or holed, or anything on a coloured surface, a professional repair is worth it.

A DIY attempt is not a disaster. We remove the old filler and start again, so it doesn’t stop a professional repair. It does add a little time, so tell us about it when you send pictures.

Common questions in Woodhouse Green

What happens next?

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

Can tenants book a repair?

Yes, though it’s best to check with your landlord first. Landlords are frequently glad to have it sorted.

Do I need to be at home?

We need someone to let us in. You don’t need to watch us work.

How much does non-slip bath coating cost in Woodhouse Green?

Because every job differs, we price from pictures. You’ll get a fixed figure before booking.

Can pets and children be at home?

Yes, as long as they stay out of the room we’re working in. We will tell you when the room can be used again.

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

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

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

Normally, yes. The old repair comes out first, so let us know about it.

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

Very little: it shows as a matt area where you stand.

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 non-slip coating adds grip to the bath you have. A repair normally costs much less than people expect, especially compared with replacing and refitting. Photos let us give you the exact figure.

Why us?

  • Straight answers about what a repair can do
  • CHAS, Constructionline and SafeContractor accredited
  • Same prices wherever you are
  • We leave the room as we found it

Take a look at our full price list.

When to call us in Woodhouse Green

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

It’s worth getting a quote if you see:

  • 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

Questions to ask before booking

  • Whether the price is fixed and includes VAT
  • How long it needs to cure
  • What prep work is covered
  • What protection goes down before work starts

How to compare quotes

What we do, step by step

It’s a tidy, low-fuss visit. We agree the arrival time in advance, protect the area, then carry out the work, which usually takes a morning or an afternoon. If anything looks different from your pictures, we’ll talk to you before going ahead.

  1. We start by degreasing the area where you stand.
  2. We mask out the area to be treated.
  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.

Before we arrive

  • Move bottles, mats and clutter away from the area
  • Let us know about parking or access
  • Make sure the room can be ventilated

Get a quote

For a price in Woodhouse Green, the easiest route is photos: a close-up, a wider shot and your postcode. We reply with a fixed quote and our next available dates.

Send photos for a quote

Related advice

When a repair isn’t the answer

We would rather lose a job than do one that will not last, so these are the limits:

  • 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 pictures and we’ll tell you honestly before you book.

Materials we repair

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

Landlord and trade work in Woodhouse Green

For anyone letting property in or around Woodhouse Green, we can repair and quote for several addresses together. Just send pictures for each address and we’ll price them together.

Letting agents often send us pictures straight from the inventory. That means we can quote before you even visit the property, and we liaise with tenants about access if you’d like us to.

What affects the price in Woodhouse Green

You will not pay by the hour. The price is based on:

  • How many items we do on one visit
  • What the surface is made of
  • Previous DIY repairs that have to come out
  • How many areas need work

The price reflects the work involved, not where you live. The full price is agreed before booking, with nothing added on the day.

Quotes from your photos

Two or three clear photos are generally enough. It helps if you send:

  • A picture taken from further back
  • The postcode, so we can plan the visit
  • A clear, close picture of the problem area
  • The material, if you know it

Getting a quote takes a couple of minutes: photograph the damage, then the entire bath or shower tray, include your postcode and send them to us. You will get a fixed quote, not an estimate.

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