Will Epoxy Flooring be Slippery?

Managing Slip Risk on Smooth Epoxy Surfaces

Date: 22nd May, 2021|By: Tim McGary
Will Epoxy Flooring be Slippery?

Key Takeaways

  • Epoxy floors can become slippery, especially when wet or smooth-finished.
  • Slip-resistant textures and flakes can be added during installation for better grip.
  • Areas exposed to water, oil or spills benefit most from added slip-resistance.
  • Anti-slip additives and topcoats are available to increase safety in high-risk zones.
  • Choosing the right finish is key to balancing safety, style and functionality.

Epoxy floors are a great, economical flooring option for high traffic areas. One of the main benefits of them is that you can specify exactly how slip resistant you want them to be. Through the addition of a slip resistant coating of aluminium oxide or silica you can achieve a variety of slip resistance ratings tailored to your specific needs.

In this video we explain how we improve the slip rating on epoxy floors so they are a great option in wet areas such as commercial kitchens.

Photo of Tikm McGary on the job laying Epoxy Flake flooring

About the Author

Tim McGary

Tim McGary, a notable figure in the construction industry since the Y2K era, pioneered Same Day Epoxy Flooring Systems in Australia.

His expertise extends to polished concrete and single-colour industrial floors. Celebrated as the Australian Installer of the Year from 2021 to 2023, he now excels in creating full flake, seamless epoxy floors for both residential and commercial spaces.

Renowned for having the most 5-star Google reviews in its field, Epoxy Flooring Co. blends Tim’s extensive knowledge and skills, ensuring every project is completed with precision and on time.

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