Slips, trips and falls often occur in the winter months when floors become wet, slippery and dangerous. These accidents are amongst the most common in the UK and can easily be prevented by applying an anti slip coating or installing Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP).
Read our guide to learn more about our anti slip solutions and why these are best suited to your project, or call our Technical Advisors on 01 6725 180 and they will be more than happy to help.
Watco has pioneered the use of polyaspartic resins in Europe. This is a new type of paint technology which allows floor paints to dry in the coldest of temperatures. The polyaspartic resins are two-part products, with a base resin and an activator which are mixed together at the point of use to begin the curing process. See our products below:
We have modified our 100% solids epoxy resin formulas, so they cure at colder temperatures. See our products below:
Find out how to get the best results when painting in the cold.
An instant safety solution for slippery surfaces is to install GRP. This is ideal for areas that cannot easily be painted. GRP is a practical solution that saves money and time as it's very quick and easy to install. We can cut to size and pre-drill the products free of charge, leaving you to just screw them in place. See our products below:
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Measuring the effectiveness of a non-slip treatment is carried out using a device called Pendulum SRT. The pendulum arm has a rubber pad at the end of its free end; this rubber acts as a sole. As the rubber sole passes over the ground a roughness mark is calculated. The standard requirement for pedestrian use is >45, this is measured from a highest (most slip resistant) score of 100.
BS7976-2
The Pendulum Test Value (PTV) is measured in wet conditions. A number above 36 indicates a ‘low slip potential’.
High: 0-24 PTV
Moderate: 25-35+ PTV
Low: 36+ PTV
| Products Tested | Rating | Anti Slip Resistance |
|---|---|---|
| Safety Coat Cold Cure | 96 | High |
| Protecta-Coat Anti Slip | 62 | Medium |
| Epoxicote High Build Cold Cure Anti Slip | 66 | Medium |
| Safety Grip Cold Cure | 96 | High |
| Firm-Step Covers | 105 | High |
| Firm-Step GRP Edge | 85 | Medium |
| Anti Slip GRP Treads | 67 | Medium |
| Safety Tape | 106 | High |
| Surestep Treads | 71 | Medium |
| Conformable Safety Tape | 71 | Medium |
| Conformable Surestep Treads | 71 | Medium |
| Aluminium Nosing | 67 | Medium |
| Firm-Step Interior Sheet | 105 | High |
| Surestep Roll | 102 | High |
| Barefoot Safety Tape | 106 | High |
Fine textured high performance coating for cold stores, walk-in fridges. Dries at -10°C
From €172.75 (Ex VAT)
For warehouses, walk-in fridges, exterior car parks. Exceptionally durable two-pack resin
€170.75 (Ex VAT)
Our thick 'high build' anti slip coating for heavy traffic areas - with cold curing ability
From €233.80 (Ex VAT)
For loading bays, walkways and entrances incl wet, oil and heavily trafficked areas. Cures at 0°C
From €162.35 (Ex VAT)
An affordable and versatile solution for slippery steps
From €26.10 (Ex VAT)
Makes slippery walkways, ramps, and fire escapes safe
From €82.55 (Ex VAT)
Ultra tough GRP for added grip on heavily trafficked steps
From €12.50 (Ex VAT)
