Slip-and-fall accidents are among the most common workplace injuries globally. That is where anti-slip floor paint comes in.
If you want to know more about how anti-slip floor paint can increase the safety & durability of your commercial spaces, you’ve come to the right place! Read the guide below & choose the best anti-slip floor paint for your business.
What Is Anti-Slip Floor Paint?
Anti-slip floor paint is a specialised coating designed to increase the Coefficient of Friction (COF) on a surface. It consists of a durable resin base (like epoxy or polyurethane) combined with an abrasive aggregate - the "grit".
When applied, the resin acts as the glue that anchors the grit to the floor. This creates a textured profile that allows shoes and tyres to maintain a mechanical grip, even when there’s water, oil, or grease on the surface.
Benefits Of Anti-Slip Floor
The most obvious benefit is safety.
However, in the industrial world, you don't just guess if a floor is safe. You measure it. A test called the PTV (Pendulum Test Value) helps mimic a human heel strike, while the friction is recorded and measured.
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PTV 0–24: High Slip Potential (Avoid these levels in wet areas).
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PTV 36+: Low Slip Potential (The minimum standard for any floor that might get wet).
If a health and safety officer or an insurance adjuster visits your site, a PTV certificate is the definitive proof that your floor is fit for purpose.
Other benefits of anti-slip floor paint include:
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Injury Prevention - it is your first line of defence against slipping, tripping, and falling, preventing injuries in the workplace
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Legal Liability - in the event of an accident, having a documented, slip-resistant floor helps prove that you have met regulatory standards.
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Forklift Efficiency - on ramps and in loading bays, anti-slip coatings help reduce wear and tear on expensive machinery and allow for faster, safer braking for forklifts and other vehicles.
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Durability - because anti-slip paints are usually high-performance resins, they protect the underlying concrete from cracks, chemical spills, and heavy impact.
Is Anti-Slip Always Good?
Believe it or not, there is such a thing as too much grip.
If a floor is excessively aggressive in a space where people move quickly, it can cause stumble accidents because the foot is stopped too abruptly. In certain places (e.g. playgrounds, gyms), you may also need to consider rubber flooring instead.
Also, keep in mind that extremely rough surfaces can look dirty, as they trap dust more easily than smooth floors. These floors also generally require a deck brush or a power scrubber.
Types Of Anti-Slip Floor Paint
Anti-slip floor paint comes in several different compositions. At Premium Paints, we recommend:
Anti-Slip Epoxy Floor Paint
Epoxy is the best choice for heavy-duty anti-slip due to its thickness. It can hold large, heavy aggregates (like 16-mesh sand) without them sinking or washing away. It is the best choice for warehouses, heavy manufacturing, and internal ramps.
Anti-Slip Polyurethane Floor Paint
PU is thinner and more flexible than its epoxy counterpart. It is almost always used for UV-exposed areas and locations where a refined grip is needed - for example, car parks and retail showrooms.
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Where To Use Anti-Slip Floor Paint
Anti-slip floor paint works well on a variety of surfaces, such as:
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Wood
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Metal
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Concrete
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Fiberglass
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Masonry/Stone/Brick
Realistically, you should use anti-slip floor paint wherever contaminants such as water, oil, or dust are likely to meet foot traffic:
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Commercial spaces - retail entrances, commercial kitchens (grease risk), and hospital corridors.
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Residential areas - garage floors, pool decks, and basement stairs.
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Industrial facilities - loading docks, mezzanine walkways, and chemical storage areas.
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Public Infrastructure - playgrounds (soft-grip), pedestrian bridges, and train station platforms.
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Marine & Transport - boat decks, trailers, horseboxes, and emergency vehicle flooring.
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Choosing an anti-slip floor is a balance of safety, maintenance, and durability. Whether you are coating a small residential garage or a 50,000-square-foot logistics hub, the goal remains the same: creating a surface that can handle large crowds of people and heavy machinery.
At Premium Paints, we specialise in providing industry-leading quality anti-slip coatings for heavy-duty industrial performance as well as domestic use. Don’t skip out on safety in your commercial space.
