How to Make Laminate / Tile Floors Less Slippery?

Slippery laminate or tile floors are not just an inconvenience—they’re a safety hazard for you and your workers. Whether you’re rushing for work or just want to avoid an unexpected tumble, there are plenty of ways to make your floors safer without disturbing your daily business.

Tile and laminate floors are designed to look sleek, but their polished finish can lead to a dangerously slick surface. Even the tiniest dust particles can turn your floors into a skating rink. Water, oil, or other liquids in the kitchen make already smooth surfaces even more hazardous. Over time, the anti-slip coatings on your floors can wear off, reducing grip, and creating potential hazards.

To provide a safe work environment for your workers and customers, it is recommended to check for areas that see frequent traffic or are prone to spills, such as kitchens and bathrooms. You can test your floor’s slipperiness with a simple slip-resistance tester or even by observing how easily socks slide across the surface.

If you are looking to reduce cost, there are some solutions to reduce floor slipperiness, which you can do it by yourself. However, even if solutions are applied, you should also sweep and mop regularly to prevent dirt buildup that can make floors slippery. Always dry your floors thoroughly after cleaning to minimize moisture risks.

If you want a long-lasting solution, consider hiring professionals like CMBM to apply industrial-strength anti-slip treatments. CMBM offer non-slip flooring installation. Our services include applying a degreaser and scrub area to lift all of the dirt, rinse away the dirt and dry the surface, then apply a non-slip coating to the surface. Our professional installer use Duragrip Plus. It is a clear, UV-stable polyurethane sealer that has small round beads in it for the non-slip requirements. For a permanent fix, opt for textured tiles or laminate with built-in grip features.

As one of the only licensed GripGuard applicators in Queensland, CMBM use the most durable and reliable non-slip flooring treatments to keep your staff, customers, and visitors safe. GripGuard is a permanent flooring treatment that drastically increases slip resistance without affecting the look or feel of your flooring.

The treatment permanently modifies the pore structure of the floor on a microscopic level, allowing the surface to absorb excessive amounts of water when under pressure (such as being walked on). The more absorbent the surface, the less liquid build-up is created, reducing the risk of slips and falls.

Slippery floors can turn your workplace into an obstacle course, but with these tips, you can keep everyone safe. From DIY fixes to professional treatments, there’s a solution for every budget. Regular cleaning and maintenance will go a long way in keeping your laminate and tile floors safe and stylish.