Most workplace accidents, including those that result in permanent impairment, are caused by slipping or tripping together with a fall. Many of these incidents may be avoided by installing industrial fall protection or by putting an anti-slip coating, often known as anti-skid paint. Since accidents occur most often in the construction industry, anti-slip coating should be used there. Anti-slip measures are advised, particularly at this time of heightened liability for businesses. But individual clients are also getting more and more interested in this coating, for example for their concrete driveway or sidewalk.
In this article, we will tell you all about anti slip additive for concrete floors, driveways, patios and sidewalks. And of course, how Concrete Experts can help you keep your concrete surface in the best shape possible!
When they are wet or ice, concrete floors may be very slippery
Particularly in the winter. Concrete that is too slippery may be quite hazardous and cause accidents and injuries. When the concrete floor surface is colored hardened, sealed, or polished, this problem is more likely to arise. The concept of the coefficient of friction describes how slippery a surface is. Therefore, the surface’s coefficient of friction has to be raised in order to enhance slip resistance. You may add anti-slip paints, chemicals, or silica sand to concrete to make the surface less likely to slide.
Slip resistance material additive for outside use or garage floors
An anti-skid additive in a coating makes sure that the coating belongs to the category of safety coatings because of its anti-slip characteristics. It is mostly used on garage floors and other places where people may walk when there is a chance of falling due to the floor being slippery.
A smooth surface in the form of a non-slip floor is great when it’s wet, for example when it comes to pool decks, patios, corners in the garden, and even for interior use. Anti slip additive often offers a smooth, even surface. It is advisable to create an anti-slip floor in several circumstances. Let us explain the process of the material, and the desired best results to you.
There are a lot of circumstances that may lead to a wet and slippery floor
People who enter a public facility with damp shoes might cause the lobby to become slippery. On a manufacturing floor, concrete paint is also often applied. But if liquid falls onto the floor, this too might become very slippery. Or how about a space for displays, garage floors or pool decks? Although a polished floor may be attractive, it shouldn’t endanger the safety of people.
Prefer to apply anti-slip coating yourself?
Most anti-slip coatings, such as rust oleum or other concrete sealers for surface preparation, can easily be applied by yourself. This is often a lot cheaper, and many providers even offer a complete do-it-yourself package. There is no standard step-by-step plan for making floors non-slip.
There are many different types of anti-slip coatings, each of which has its own method of application to achieve the best result. If you are going to apply a paint or coating, then you can add a special anti-slip powder or anti-slip sand to give the paint anti-slip properties. The anti-slip powder consists of polymer grains (plastic) and gives a fine texture to the paint.
By mixing the anti-slip powder not into the top layer but into the layer before it, you ensure that the floor is easy to clean. The anti-slip properties come through the top layer sufficiently to provide safety against falls. With loose anti-slip granules in paint you can easily make your own anti-slip paint!
A solid concrete floor has a ribbed surface
Which is called brushed concrete, sometimes known as “swept concrete.” The floor is given a rough non-slip texture rather than being polished smooth. In actuality, the surface of the freshly laid concrete is indented by brushing over it.
Slip resistance is a result of the concrete’s rough structure. As a result, neither people nor animals nor cars slide on sloped or wet areas. This is a significant benefit over polished, smooth concrete. Concrete with a brushed finish seems sturdy and matt, but it does attract dirt more quickly. This concrete withstands pressure well. It can hold huge weights like trucks without deforming if it has the proper thickness and reinforcement.
This kind of flooring is simple to keep clean
Apply a neutral cleaning solution to the concrete floor to clean it. Don’t want stains? Use of an acidic cleaning agent, is definitely not advised since this can result in stains. Straw and soil may readily penetrate the floor’s grooves in brushed concrete, but you can simply wipe them off. Concrete sealing also helps keep your concrete floor clean.
Applying a non-slip surface in the form of a clear sealer on concrete floors
Concrete paint may be used to create a non-slip surface relatively easily. Sand that has been heated and vitrified is known as baked sand. Silver sand is an option as well. It is often used on sloped surfaces and readily wet floors since it is the recommended flooring to reduce slips and falls.
Due to its widespread use as a non-slip surface, brushed concrete has many uses where traction is required, including parking lots and driveways. Its gritty texture is very useful. Do you want to learn more about the characteristics and uses of brushed concrete? In such case, please get in touch with us! We are pleased to help you out or answer any questions you might be having.
Applying two layers of concrete paint will provide a non-slip surface
By combining the floor paint and the anti-slip compound for the first layer. To achieve a uniform dispersion of the granules, mix well. When applying the paint, the sand should just barely pierce the layer. Use the same kind of concrete paint for the second layer, but without the anti-slip. When applying three or more coats, the procedure changes since the penultimate coat must contain anti-slip; thus, when applying three coats, anti-slip is added to the second coat.
Is this floor in the form of new grit hard to clean?
Although a non-slip floor has the drawback of sometimes being more difficult to clean, this won’t be a serious issue in regularly used rooms, particularly if non-slip sand is added to the last layer. It is not essential to purchase a certain kind of floor paint in order to create such a floor. Any kind of concrete paint may be used with the anti-slip sand. The way the paint is applied is also not that different.
The installation of an anti-slip floor might help you avoid issues, for example when almost falling when walking on wet pool decks. Concrete paint makes it quite simple to create a non-slip surface. You use baked sand for this. This is available for purchase individually in the market or via our online store. Sand that has been heated and vitrified is known as baked sand. Silver sand is an option you can use as well for your desired outcome.
What are the benefits of a topcoat for exterior floors?
It provides an anti skid surface. Next to that, it provides a layer of protection against deterioration. Because there are so many color variations, it is easy to identify safe walking areas. The coating is impervious to solvents, detergents etc.
It also gives a clean and secure look. It’s very simple to clean and may be used on almost any exterior surface. The first technique used to increase slip resistance for concrete floor surfaces already in place is applying an anti-slip resistant sealant. Some anti-slip sealants alter the surface’s texture while making it slip-resistant. Some penetrating sealants function under the surface without affecting the surface’s texture.
Additionally, water repellent sealers minimize water absorption
They also make the surface impervious to precipitation such as rain, snow, and frost. These sealers shield the surface from wear and tear in addition to preventing slipping.
Non-slip additives may be used if anti-slip sealers by themselves are insufficient to provide the necessary slip resistance. Depending on the amount of traction needed for the surface, non-slip additives are available in fine or coarse varieties. To improve the grip, grit additives may be mixed with these sealers and applied to the concrete surface. The most often used grit additions are silica, plastic grit, and various types of clear crystal. Wet and heavily trafficked areas get this coating.
To make the wet concrete sealers more slip-resistant, silica sand may be added to the surface
The method involves covering the first coat of recently applied concrete sealant with a layer of silica sand. The second layer of concrete sealer is applied and completed after drying. This technique gives the surface a faintly hazy appearance.
Using concrete paint to create a non-slip surface
Applying more than one coat: two coats of concrete paint will provide an anti-slip surface. Mix the anti-slip ingredient with the floor paint before applying the first layer. To achieve a uniform dispersion of the granules, mix well. When applying the paint, the sand should just barely pierce the layer. Use the same kind of concrete paint for the second layer, but without the anti-slip. When applying three or more coats, the procedure changes since the penultimate coat must contain anti-slip; thus, when applying three coats, anti-slip is added to the second coat.
Although a non-slip floor has the drawback of sometimes being more difficult to clean, this won’t be a serious issue in regularly used rooms, particularly if non-slip sand is added to the last layer. It is not essential to purchase a certain kind of floor paint in order to create such a floor. Any kind of concrete paint may be used with the anti-slip sand. The way the paint is applied is also not that different.
Anti-slip coat for exterior concrete floors
There are several ways to make a tiny concrete surface non-slip. A concrete non-slip coating is found online. Non-slip floor coating typically comes in packets ranging in size and may be used on a variety of surfaces, including shower, stair, and bathroom tile.
Making sure surfaces are non-slip with granules and anti-slip spray
If you wish to treat a small area and work extremely carefully, anti-slip sprays are advised. Metal, wood, stone, concrete, ceramic, and tiles may all be treated with the spray. Anti-slip powder in loose bags that you may use with any paint. For instance, when applied to handles or other items. This anti-slip spray is appropriate for use both indoors and exterior and sticks to a variety of surfaces.
What’s the best way to paint concrete?
A simple and affordable approach to brighten up your floor is to paint a concrete floor. Non-slip, abrasion-resistant, and cleanable concrete paint are all advantages. Would you consider applying concrete paint to the floor of your garage or storage building? In this situation, use a two-component concrete paint that is exceptionally robust. This paint is appropriate for very rigorous usage and is also resistant to oil and gasoline.
If you are looking for more information about an anti slip additive for concrete, don’t hesitate to contact us!