Anti-Slip Treatments

Improve Grip on Slippery Tiles and Stone

Wet, smooth or contaminated surfaces can become dangerously slippery.

Lustre Ltd provides professional anti-slip treatments for natural stone, porcelain, ceramic tiles and other hard surfaces throughout Auckland.

We assess the surface, how the area is used and what makes it slippery. We then recommend a treatment that improves grip while protecting the surface as much as possible.

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Is Your Floor Slippery When Wet?

A floor may look clean and still have poor grip.

Water, soap, grease, mould, mineral deposits and cleaning-product residue can all make a surface more slippery. Highly polished stone and smooth tiles may also provide limited grip in wet areas.

Anti-slip treatment may help improve safety in:

• Showers and bathrooms

• Pool surrounds

• Patios and outdoor entertaining areas

• Steps and stairs

• Entranceways

• Kitchens and laundries

• Shop fronts

• Restaurants and cafés

• Apartment common areas

• Council and commercial properties

Concerned about a slippery surface? Arrange an onsite assessment.

Anti-Slip Solutions for Stone and Tiles

There is no single treatment that suits every floor.

Marble, granite, porcelain and ceramic tiles respond differently. Indoor showers also have different needs from outdoor paths, commercial entrances or pool surrounds.

Depending on the surface and location, we may recommend:

Non-Abrasive Anti-Slip Treatments

A specialist treatment may be used to create more grip without adding a visible coating. Suitability depends on the surface and the finish required.

Slip-Resistant Surface Coatings

A coating can add texture and improve grip on suitable floors. We consider appearance, traffic, cleaning and future maintenance before recommending this option.

Honing Polished Stone

Polished marble, granite and other suitable natural stone may be honed to create a softer, less reflective finish with improved surface grip.

Sandblasting or Mechanical Texturing

Some outdoor stone and hard surfaces may benefit from a mechanically textured finish. This method can create a more noticeable change in appearance and texture.

Anti-Slip Strips and Stair Treatments

Slip-resistant strips or other targeted treatments may be suitable for steps, stairs, ramps and defined walking areas.

Specialist Etching Treatments

Certain surfaces may be suitable for a controlled chemical treatment. This option must be carefully assessed because it can change the surface texture and appearance.

We Assess the Whole Area

Choosing an anti-slip treatment takes more than applying a product.

Before recommending a solution, we consider:

• The type and condition of the stone or tile

• Whether the area is indoors or outdoors

• How often the surface becomes wet

• The amount and type of foot traffic

• The slope and drainage of the area

• Existing sealers, coatings or surface treatments

• Soap, grease, mould or cleaning-product residue

• Mineral deposits and efflorescence

• The required appearance

• Cleaning and maintenance needs

• Whether slip-resistance testing may be required

This helps us recommend a practical treatment for the surface and how the area is used.

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