How to create traction on a painted wood front porch?
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My front porch is very slippery when wet; it's wood and has been painted. Can I add sand to paint to create traction? I'd love to hear/read some ideas. Thank you!
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That’s what I would do, but remember that if yourever going to shovel ( if your in the northern states) your steps, that the sand may make it more difficult. Although you may be able to broom sweep them instead of shoveling.
I think I would just sand the area when it's slippery rather than add sand to the paint. I would not use salt to melt the ice. Any sand you add to your paint will just get scrapped off if you have to use a shovel on your porch on a regular basis to remove snow. You can always sweep the sand off the porch. Funny thing: Had a very slippery ice covered sidewalk. Had no salt to use. In desperation I sprinkled sugar on the sidewalk! It actually worked!
My Dad had the same issue. He ended up using a non-skid tape. There are several different product on the market for this particular purpose. Here's a page that shows some of them, hoping this helps you out.
https://www.bing.com/shop?q=traction+in+paint&FORM=SHOPPA&originIGUID=AA1AFB3E381C4F4EB1516FC3B776F4A9
Nonskid tape or nonskid mats especially around stairs