Anti-Slip and Slip-Resistance Treatments
Shine where it is safe, grip where it counts.
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A glossy floor can be slippery when wet. The answer is not to give up the look, but to choose the right sheen for each area and add traction where water and feet meet.
We offer lower-sheen finishes at entries and ramps, treatments that lightly texture the surface, and recommendations for mats and walk-off zones. Many projects use a mirror gloss in dry areas and a satin finish with traction near doors and restrooms.
Matching finish to risk
Dry showroom: higher gloss is fine. Entry vestibule: lower sheen with traction. Kitchens, ramps and wet areas: traction first. We map zones with you.
Testing
Slip resistance can be tested with accepted methods. We can arrange testing where a spec or insurer requires it and suggest improvements based on results.
Raw slab to polished floor.
From first call to finished floor.
The steps for anti-slip treatments, in the order they happen.
- 01
Map the zones
Wet and dry areas are identified.
- 02
Choose finishes
Sheen and traction levels per zone.
- 03
Apply
Treatments are applied or the finish is adjusted.
- 04
Test (optional)
Slip-resistance testing if required.
Is it right for your floor?
A good fit when
- You have wet entries or ramps
- You are worried about liability
- You want shine without risk
- You have a spec to meet
Worth knowing
- No floor is slip-proof
- Traction treatments can reduce gloss
- Mats and housekeeping matter
- Testing results vary with conditions
Good questions about anti-slip treatments.
Can polished concrete be made safe?
Safer, yes, with the right sheen, traction and housekeeping.
Will traction treatment dull the floor?
It lowers gloss in those zones.
Do I still need mats?
Walk-off mats at entries help a lot.
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