Slip Resistance and Polished Concrete

Wet is the issue

Any smooth surface is slippery when wet. High gloss concrete is no exception.

Choose the right sheen

Use lower sheen and texture at entries and wet areas.

Traction treatments

Some treatments add grip with little change in appearance.

Housekeeping and testing

Mats, prompt spill cleanup and, where required, testing.

Look at the whole system

Slip risk comes from the floor, the footwear, the contaminants and the cleaning method. A finish that is safe in a dry office may not be right for a wet entry.

Traction options

Lower sheen, micro-texture treatments and walk-off mats can improve traction without changing the whole look.

Check, then document

Ask for traction testing where it matters, and write down results and the maintenance routine.

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