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SlipSafe TerraGrip Anti-Slip Treatment
Description

A chemical anti-slip treatment that microscopically modifies the surface of compatible tiles and stone to improve slip resistance without applying a visible coating. Suitable for areas where the original finish must be retained while increasing pedestrian safety.

Recommended Applications:

  • Swimming pool surrounds and splash zone
  • Bathrooms, change rooms, and wet areas and pedestrian walkways
  • Building entrances and internal circulation spaces
  • Tile and stone surfaces where aesthetics are critical
  • Areas where the originally specified finish does not achieve the required slip-resistance rating and remedial treatment is required
Key Features
  • Chemical surface-etching anti-slip treatment
  • Improves slip resistance without forming a coating or film
  • Maintains original surface appearance and texture
  • Designed for wet and dry pedestrian environments
  • Suitable for use on dense ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone substrates
  • No change to surface height, falls, or detailing
  • Low visual impact solution for architecturally sensitive surfaces
Scope of Use
  • Suitable for use on existing compatible tiled and stone flooring surfaces in internal and external environments
  • Designed to support P3-P5 classifications when tested in accordance with NZS 4586
  • Appropriate for commercial, public, and residential pedestrian areas subject to site-specific slip-risk assessment
  • Recommended for wet areas, pool surrounds, and circulation spaces where coatings or textures are not desired
  • Suitable for use in wet and dry pedestrian zones, including splash and frequently cleaned areas
  • Intended for pedestrian foot traffic only

Recommended Applications:

  • Swimming pool surrounds and splash zone
  • Bathrooms, change rooms, and wet areas and pedestrian walkways
  • Building entrances and internal circulation spaces
  • Tile and stone surfaces where aesthetics are critical
  • Areas where the originally specified finish does not achieve the required slip-resistance rating and remedial treatment is required
Limitations on Use
  • Only suitable for compatible ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone substrates
  • Not suitable for glass, metal, timber, vinyl, rubber, or coated surfaces
  • Not suitable for heavily textured, already rough, or friable surfaces
  • Excessive contamination or inappropriate cleaning products may reduce performance
  • Not suitable for vehicular traffic
  • Ongoing slip performance reliant on correct cleaning and maintenance practices
Statement of Building Code Compliance

The SlipSafe TerraGrip Anti-Slip Treatment, when specified, applied, and maintained in accordance with SlipSafe recommendations, is capable of contributing to compliance with the following New Zealand Building Code (NZBC) clauses:

  • B2 Durability: As a non-film forming chemical modification of the surface, the treatment is expected to meet the durability requirements of NZBC Clause B2 when correctly applied and maintained.
  • D1 Access Routes: The treatment improves slip resistance on pedestrian walking surfaces to support safe movement in wet and dry conditions. Slip resistance performance is verified through independent pendulum testing in accordance with NZS 4586.
In-Service History

TerraGrip anti-slip treatments have been applied across New Zealand in commercial, public, and residential environments, including wet areas, pool surrounds, and internal circulation spaces. Chemical etch anti-slip treatments have an established international history of use on ceramic, porcelain, and stone tiles in pedestrian applications where a discreet, permanent slip-resistance solution is required.

Other Performance Attributes
  • No visual coating or colour change
  • Maintains original architectural finish and detailing
  • Does not alter surface levels, drainage falls, or joint profiles
  • Permanent surface modification when correctly applied
  • Suitable for inclusion in long-term slip-risk management strategies
Documents
Data Sheet
Brochure: TerraGrip Anti-Slip Treatment

2025

Anti-Slip Product Suitability Matrix
Additional Information: TerraGrip Anti-Slip Treatment

SlipSafe is a New Zealand specialist in slip-resistance testing, anti-slip treatments, and safety coatings for commercial, public, and residential environments.

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