Choose the Best Outdoor Non-Slip Tapes
Having protection on outdoor stairs is one of the best ways to protect people on your property from experiencing a slip and fall accidents. It can also seem overwhelming to find the best non-slip stair treads because of all the potential elements that the various environments can throw at you through the year. You want to find a product that is not only going to do its job today, but also down the road after snow, rain, and foot traffic go over time and time again.
Jessup Manufacturing is no stranger to the factors one should consider when finding the best outdoor non-slip stair treads for their application. We are breaking down the top features to consider when purchasing outdoor non-slip stair treads in this easy to understand guide.
Outdoor Non-Slip Stair Tread Criteria
Look & Feel
First, ensuring comfort is important, especially if people will be barefoot. You will want to consider your application and choose the grit accordingly. For example, if you are using treads on pool stairs or a shower area, consider something of resilient medium grade vinyl that can weather excessive water while maintaining a strong adhesion and be comfortable on bare feet.
Non-slip stair treads can come in most any color these days. Choose from a variety of colors including transparent, white, black, brightly colored, or even photoluminescent glow-in-the-dark treads.
Level of Grit
While you want something that looks and feels good, you also need something that will get the job done. Outdoor non-slip stair treads can come in a variety of grit levels and depending on the amount of foot traffic and location of the treads one grit might be a better choice then others. For example, if your stair treads are being placed on ladders, machinery, or where heavy lifting is taking place then you will want to make sure you have a stronger grit, possibly military grade.
Pro tip, look for a silicon carbide tread that will provide you the strong adhesion and grit you need to last long-term.
Simple Installation
Applying the stair treads shouldn’t be a time consuming process. Consider the application of each tread, especially if you have multiple. Some treads also do a better job preventing air bubbles then others, so look for brands promoting this.
Also, make sure to measure in advance the area you wish to apply the stair tread. Purchasing treads that are pre-cut to your sizing requirements will save a lot of time during the installation process.
Non-Slip Stair Tread Compliance
Considering the location of the stair treads, you will also want to make sure they meet certain authorities regulations. These are some of the most common regulating authorities when it comes to non-slip products:
● Prop 65
● ADA
● OSHA certified
Non-slip stair treads that meet these standards will have it clearly listed on their packaging.
Shop Outdoor Non-Slip Stair Treads
As a global leader in adhesive products and fire safety signage, we take the safety of people very seriously. Jessup Manufacturing provides a variety of outdoor non-slip stair treads made for all applications in a variety of sizes and colors. Shop online now or reach out to our team to learn more about our products.
