Anti Slip Walkways

Slips, trips, and falls in the United States result in over 100 billion dollars in total expenses every year, including litigation, workers compensation, hospital and medical expenses. If you have an indoor or outdoor walkway in an industrial or office setting, preventing slips and falls is vitally important for the health of your employees and your business. A little attention paid to your walkway can help prevent untold pain, suffering, and expense.

Various Solutions for Anti-Slip Walkways

No matter what your walkway is composed of, there is sure to be a solution out there for increasing traction and subsequently reducing the chance of slips and falls. For surfaces such as tile, vinyl, or stone, many companies offer mop-on treatments that will increase the coefficient of friction of the surface without changing the look or texture. Keeping these types of surfaces clean is vital for slip-free walking, and many cleaning agents will also include additives that increase traction.

For wood surfaces in walkways, you will obviously want to maintain the natural beauty of the flooring while reducing incidence of slips and falls. Clear anti-slip coatings exist that will protect your wood floor from harmful UV rays, chemicals, and water while achieving the highest gloss and color retention. Epoxy sprays and sealers,

For concrete walkways or for high traffic areas where safety is a must (like loading docks, shower areas, or marinas), you can choose invisible no-slip coatings and treatments, or you can use epoxy-based coatings that add texture. Small granules in the coating create a durable coarse surface that is economical and easy to apply. Different available colors can call attention to the walking surface for added safety.