Why Choose Non Slip Floor Treatments?
Slippery tiles and polished concrete pose a significant hazard in wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens, pool surrounds, and foyers. Clean Seal’s anti slip surface treatments reduce this risk by chemically modifying or coating the surface to increase grip, often without visibly altering the appearance of the stone, tile, or concrete.
Our preferred solution is a penetrating anti-slip sealer, which offers an invisible, eco-friendly, and long-lasting finish. However, there are three distinct types of anti-slip treatments, each with unique properties suited to different surfaces and environments.
Types of Anti-Slip Treatments for Melbourne Floors
The ideal anti-slip solution depends on the surface type, desired appearance, and level of foot traffic. For decorative or polished surfaces where visual appeal is crucial, a chemical treatment is often preferred. For outdoor or industrial areas, mechanical or coating treatments offer the best long-term traction and resilience.
Chemical Anti-Slip Treatments
Also known as microscopic etching or reactive treatments, chemical anti-slip treatments use a solution that microscopically alters the surface of the tile or stone. This process creates tiny pores that increase traction, especially when wet. It’s a discreet, effective method that maintains the natural look of the floor.
- Best for: Ceramic, porcelain, and some natural stone surfaces. Ideal for bathrooms, foyers, and pool surrounds where appearance matters.
Benefits: Invisible finish, quick application, and durable performance.
Considerations: Not suitable for all stones (e.g., polished marble) and requires professional neutralising and cleaning.
Mechanical Anti-Slip Treatments
Mechanical treatments involve physically altering the surface to increase traction. Techniques such as grinding, honing, or texturing are used to create micro or macro roughness. This is a permanent, durable solution often chosen for industrial or outdoor areas.
- Best for: Stone floors, high traffic outdoor areas, and concrete surfaces.
Benefits: Extremely durable, long-lasting, and effective in harsh environments.
Considerations: Can change the visual texture of the surface and usually requires resealing afterward to protect against staining.
Coating-Based Anti-Slip Treatments
Coating systems create a textured, slip-resistant layer on top of the surface. These can be clear or tinted, made from epoxy, urethane, or acrylic materials, and often include fine aggregates for added grip.
- Best for: Commercial floors, driveways, ramps, and high-traffic zones.
Benefits: Excellent traction, easy to maintain, and can enhance durability of the surface.
Considerations: Coatings can wear over time and may need reapplication every few years, especially in high-traffic areas.
Australian Slip Resistance Standards
Slip resistance in Australia is classified using nationally recognised standards, which ensure surfaces meet minimum safety thresholds based on their location and use. These include:
- AS 4586:2013 – For new pedestrian surfaces, defining test methods and classifications. This standard also supersedes the previous AS 4663 for existing surfaces already in use.
- Handbooks HB197 & HB198 – Offer detailed guidance for appropriate slip ratings in environments like commercial kitchens, outdoor walkways, pools, and bathrooms.
Slip ratings in Australia are determined through the following methods:
- Pendulum Test (P ratings): Ranges from P0 (very high slip risk) to P5 (very low slip risk). Common in public and residential spaces. P3+ is often required for public stair treads and ramps.
- Oil-Wet Ramp Test (R ratings): Measures slip resistance on an inclined surface coated with oil. R9 (least resistant) to R13 (most resistant). Used in industrial kitchens and food prep zones.
- Wet Barefoot Ramp Test (A/B/C ratings): For barefoot areas like pools and change rooms. ‘C’ rating provides the highest resistance.
For compliance, the National Construction Code (NCC) and Handbook HB198 specify minimum slip ratings depending on the surface’s location, exposure to moisture, and intended foot traffic. For example, a P4 or P5 rating is generally recommended for external walkways or pool areas.
Clean Seal Offers Expert Anti-Slip Treatments for Every Surface Type
Our anti-slip treatments are compatible with marble, granite, and natural stone surfaces, ceramic and porcelain tiles, and polished and honed concrete. There’s a chemical, mechanical, or coating based treatment for every surface, making non slip floor treatments suitable for:
Residential Homes
Bathrooms, outdoor areas, natural stone and tiled floors, internal and external stairs, pool surrounds, garden pavers and driveways.
Commercial Settings
Showrooms, lobbies, outdoor seating areas, aged care and health facilities, shopping centres, public walkways, commercial kitchens, staircases, and more.
Why Choose Clean Seal Australia?
- Over a decade of experience in stone, tile, and concrete surface care
- Experts in anti-slip floor treatments across Melbourne
- Trusted by architects, builders, and councils
- Fully insured and safety compliant
- Transparent pricing and professional aftercare
Customer Focused Service
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Highly Trained Professionals
Frequently Asked Questions
An anti-slip treatment lasts around 2 years, depending on the level of foot traffic and the type of treatment. When maintained with approved cleaners, longevity can extend significantly.
Penetrating and chemical treatments maintain the natural finish. Mechanical or coating treatments may slightly change appearance.
Our treatments are weather-resistant and ideal for outdoor areas such as patios, balconies, and pool surrounds.
Absolutely. We service retail spaces, aged care homes, hospitality venues, and industrial facilities across Melbourne.
Clean Seal conducts on-site slip testing to assess compliance with Australian Standards.
Client Testimonials
I had not realised what a big job it would be to seal my kitchen and pantry benches, including splashbacks and an island with waterfall ends. Dennis worked for six... read more
Charlie Cairns
May 22, 2026We had 3 showers polished and sealed and they look amazing - would definitely recommend
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December 12, 2025I met Aaron from Clean Seal Stone care at the Petrol station. I needed assistance. Aaron very kindly helped me. Coincidentally, I need some advice on stone care at home.... read more
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December 11, 2025Very professional team who were a pleasure to deal with and did a great job with our marble floors, giving them a new lease of life! Thanks Aaron and team.
Elizabeth Nunez
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November 27, 2025i’ve just had josh and deigo at my house to clean and seal my marble floors, they were so professional and a dream to work with. would recommend to my friends
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October 23, 2025Had our marble kitchen bench top rejuvenated by the wonderful Josh. Excellent work, made it brand new & shiny & cleaned up after himself. Could not have asked for... read more
Magda Athanasopoulos
September 13, 2025The Clean Seal team did an excellent job repairing my cracked benchtop. You wouldn't know it was damaged now at all! I recommend their service!
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September 10, 2025Recently had Joshua rejuvenate our stone bench . Very happy with the job , pit marks gone & better surface. No mess in the process, everything covered. Also Aaron pleasant... read more
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August 29, 2025The company did an excellent job from start to finish. Communication was clear and consistent, and the work was carried out professionally. I wouldn’t hesitate to use their services again... read more
Meagan Cook
August 20, 2025The company was professional and easy to deal with. Josh did a great job on our bench top, stove top, bathroom and laundry surfaces. We are very pleased with the... read more
Steve
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Rod Sykes
July 23, 2025Hi Joshua Steve here from Clifton Hill. My wife, Denise, says that the new finish is better than"than new". She is particularly impressed with the seam between the 2 slabs... read more
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