Concrete Floor Slip-Resistant

 

How to Make Concrete Floor Sl

ip-Resistant

There are various types of finishes that you can adopt to make freshly poured concrete steps safer.

1. Better Concrete

Most importantly, if at all possible, try to focus on laying down the best quality concrete possible so you don’t have to rely as heavily on a sealer to avoid a slip.

Even a thin layer of good sealer can be enough to prevent an accidental slip in your home if the concrete is durable and the paint job is thorough.

A thin layer of sealer will also keep plastic from accumulating, which will reduce the amount of decorative sealer and grit additives you need to apply to your concrete surface.

Keep in mind that you’re using the sealer to strengthen your concrete, and make sure that the sealer does not cause the concrete’s weakness.

2. Anti–Slip Sealer

The first option is to use a slip-resistant sealer. You can use penetrative sealers, which work beneath the surface rather than changing the texture of the surface.

These sealers penetrate the pores and react to the surface beneath, strengthening it from within. Because they do not change the surface from the outside, these sealers are naturally non-slippery.

You can confidently walk on the sealer coating as if you were walking directly on the concrete. Use a water-repellent sealer, which reduces surface water absorption by up to 95%, making the surface resistant to snow, frost, rain, and other elements.

You not only protect your family and guests from slip and fall accidents, but you also protect your concrete from normal wear and tear caused by weather elements.

3. Slip-Resistant Additives

Anti-slip additives will be available wherever you purchase the sealer. Depending on how much traction the slippery surface requires, they are typically available in fine or coarse grades.

4. Rock Salt Finishing

This type of finishing is applied before the concrete has completely cured. The method entails sprinkling salt over a wet concrete surface and smoothing it out with a trowel. The salt washing is removed when the concrete surface has fully cured, revealing an appealing texture.

Several people have discovered that adding elements such as aluminum oxide grit to the sealer makes a significant difference. The material is widely available and compatible with a wide range of sealers.

The best part is that it comes in various colors, giving you a variety of options without compromising the appearance of your slippery concrete surface. The material is reasonably priced and can provide extensive coverage.