How do I stop tile from being slippery?

Mary ann
by Mary ann
just moved into new home and need to know what kind of finish to put on floor tile to not make is so slippery to walk on?

  7 answers
  • Mogie Mogie on Jun 20, 2018

    Traction Kote 400

    Traction Kote 400 is an epoxy-based formula that is available in spray cans or gallon drums. When using spray cans, simply spray the substance on the tiles. When using the gallon drums, use a roller designed for epoxy-based solutions. Once the formula has dried on the tiles, the floor should be non-slip. Traction Kote 400 is also suitable for outdoors, and it comes in a range of colors, including clear.


    SlipDoctors Stone Grip

    This substance meets the federal Americans with Disabilities Act and the Occupational Safety and Health Administrations guidelines for floor safety. After cleaning and drying the tiles, you can apply the treatment according to the directions, and then rinse it off. This formula is clear, and it won’t alter the appearance of your floor.


    InvisaTread

    Just like the products above, InvisaTread is another option that will make your glazed tiles less slippery. Although the product is not a “non-slip coating,” it helps make your surface feel less slippery, especially when wet. This product is invisible when dry, and it doesn’t leave a sticky feel.


  • Dfm Dfm on Jun 20, 2018

    sand added to paint works, as does a certain type of tread tape..it feels like a sand paper when you touch it. .

  • Dee Dee on Jun 20, 2018

    I have the same problem. Only thing I have found is a nice big bathroom floor rug. You will ruin your tile if you try to paint it.

  • DD DD on Jun 20, 2018

    THis is not an easy problem there are lots of product but in my research lots are acid based and I am assuming that this is an interior floor and if I wouldn't use that in my house so I won't recommend it to others


    I did find a product called Non Slip 21 but it needs to be applied by a contractor. Here is the link in case that will work for you

    https://safetydirectamerica.com/non-slip21floorservice/

    OR I have found these products that are available to DIY

    Traction Kote 400

    Traction Kote 400 is an epoxy-based formula that is available in spray cans or gallon drums. When using spray cans, simply spray the substance on the tiles. When using the gallon drums, use a roller designed for epoxy-based solutions. Once the formula has dried on the tiles, the floor should be non-slip. Traction Kote 400 is also suitable for outdoors, and it comes in a range of colors, including clear.

    SlipDoctors Stone Grip

    This substance meets the federal Americans with Disabilities Act and the Occupational Safety and Health Administrations guidelines for floor safety. After cleaning and drying the tiles, you can apply the treatment according to the directions, and then rinse it off. This formula is clear, and it won’t alter the appearance of your floor.

    InvisaTread


    Just like the products above, InvisaTread is another option that will make your glazed tiles less slippery. Although the product is not a “non-slip coating,” it helps make your surface feel less slippery, especially when wet. This product is invisible when dry, and it doesn’t leave a sticky feel.

    Hope that one of these work for you, good luck!!

    • Mary ann Mary ann on Jun 21, 2018

      i will give one a try it's a big area both kitchen and living room and hallway. who would lay tile down so you slip and slide all over not mentioning my poor dog !!

  • Duane Fauntleroy Duane Fauntleroy on Jun 21, 2018

    this is not a paint question. If you paint a wood floor, you can add silica, a very fine sand sold in paint stores....don't use sand. Mix with paint and stir before every dip

  • M.hiltgen M.hiltgen on Jun 21, 2018

    Liquid Sander - comes in a bottle at Home Depot. Just wipe it on the tiles and it will rough up the surface. It works!

  • DD DD on Jun 21, 2018

    I understand my niece moved into a rental and had to put runner rugs down because the dog couldn't walk on the tile floor. I feel your pain.