Why Choose Non Slip Floor Treatments?
Slippery tiles and polished concrete pose a significant hazard in wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens, pool surrounds, and foyers. Clean Seal’s anti slip surface treatments reduce this risk by chemically modifying or coating the surface to increase grip, often without visibly altering the appearance of the stone, tile, or concrete.
Our preferred solution is a penetrating anti-slip sealer, which offers an invisible, eco-friendly, and long-lasting finish. However, there are three distinct types of anti-slip treatments, each with unique properties suited to different surfaces and environments.
Types of Anti-Slip Treatments for Melbourne Floors
The ideal anti-slip solution depends on the surface type, desired appearance, and level of foot traffic. For decorative or polished surfaces where visual appeal is crucial, a chemical treatment is often preferred. For outdoor or industrial areas, mechanical or coating treatments offer the best long-term traction and resilience.
Chemical Anti-Slip Treatments
Also known as microscopic etching or reactive treatments, chemical anti-slip treatments use a solution that microscopically alters the surface of the tile or stone. This process creates tiny pores that increase traction, especially when wet. It’s a discreet, effective method that maintains the natural look of the floor.
- Best for: Ceramic, porcelain, and some natural stone surfaces. Ideal for bathrooms, foyers, and pool surrounds where appearance matters.
Benefits: Invisible finish, quick application, and durable performance.
Considerations: Not suitable for all stones (e.g., polished marble) and requires professional neutralising and cleaning.
Mechanical Anti-Slip Treatments
Mechanical treatments involve physically altering the surface to increase traction. Techniques such as grinding, honing, or texturing are used to create micro or macro roughness. This is a permanent, durable solution often chosen for industrial or outdoor areas.
- Best for: Stone floors, high traffic outdoor areas, and concrete surfaces.
Benefits: Extremely durable, long-lasting, and effective in harsh environments.
Considerations: Can change the visual texture of the surface and usually requires resealing afterward to protect against staining.
Coating-Based Anti-Slip Treatments
Coating systems create a textured, slip-resistant layer on top of the surface. These can be clear or tinted, made from epoxy, urethane, or acrylic materials, and often include fine aggregates for added grip.
- Best for: Commercial floors, driveways, ramps, and high-traffic zones.
Benefits: Excellent traction, easy to maintain, and can enhance durability of the surface.
Considerations: Coatings can wear over time and may need reapplication every few years, especially in high-traffic areas.
Australian Slip Resistance Standards
Slip resistance in Australia is classified using nationally recognised standards, which ensure surfaces meet minimum safety thresholds based on their location and use. These include:
- AS 4586:2013 – For new pedestrian surfaces, defining test methods and classifications. This standard also supersedes the previous AS 4663 for existing surfaces already in use.
- Handbooks HB197 & HB198 – Offer detailed guidance for appropriate slip ratings in environments like commercial kitchens, outdoor walkways, pools, and bathrooms.
Slip ratings in Australia are determined through the following methods:
- Pendulum Test (P ratings): Ranges from P0 (very high slip risk) to P5 (very low slip risk). Common in public and residential spaces. P3+ is often required for public stair treads and ramps.
- Oil-Wet Ramp Test (R ratings): Measures slip resistance on an inclined surface coated with oil. R9 (least resistant) to R13 (most resistant). Used in industrial kitchens and food prep zones.
- Wet Barefoot Ramp Test (A/B/C ratings): For barefoot areas like pools and change rooms. ‘C’ rating provides the highest resistance.
For compliance, the National Construction Code (NCC) and Handbook HB198 specify minimum slip ratings depending on the surface’s location, exposure to moisture, and intended foot traffic. For example, a P4 or P5 rating is generally recommended for external walkways or pool areas.
Clean Seal Offers Expert Anti-Slip Treatments for Every Surface Type
Our anti-slip treatments are compatible with marble, granite, and natural stone surfaces, ceramic and porcelain tiles, and polished and honed concrete. There’s a chemical, mechanical, or coating based treatment for every surface, making non slip floor treatments suitable for:
Residential Homes
Bathrooms, outdoor areas, natural stone and tiled floors, internal and external stairs, pool surrounds, garden pavers and driveways.
Commercial Settings
Showrooms, lobbies, outdoor seating areas, aged care and health facilities, shopping centres, public walkways, commercial kitchens, staircases, and more.
Why Choose Clean Seal Australia?
- Over a decade of experience in stone, tile, and concrete surface care
- Experts in anti-slip floor treatments across Melbourne
- Trusted by architects, builders, and councils
- Fully insured and safety compliant
- Transparent pricing and professional aftercare
Customer Focused Service
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Highly Trained Professionals
Frequently Asked Questions
An anti-slip treatment lasts around 2 years, depending on the level of foot traffic and the type of treatment. When maintained with approved cleaners, longevity can extend significantly.
Penetrating and chemical treatments maintain the natural finish. Mechanical or coating treatments may slightly change appearance.
Our treatments are weather-resistant and ideal for outdoor areas such as patios, balconies, and pool surrounds.
Absolutely. We service retail spaces, aged care homes, hospitality venues, and industrial facilities across Melbourne.
Clean Seal conducts on-site slip testing to assess compliance with Australian Standards.
Client Testimonials
I rang this company looking for advice on cleaning our sandstone/concrete capping on a retaining wall in our courtyard and spoke to Aaron who was extremely helpful in offering advice on how this can be done. Very professional and helpful.
Gloria Jackson
We recently used Clean Seal Australian to clean the asphalt around our office which was recently renovated. There was a large amount of render and concrete left on the public asphalt which needed to be removed for council. Clean Seal Australia were fantastic to correspond with, and came to site very quickly, managing to remove all render from the asphalt. Thank you team, fantastic job. Highly recommended.
Lachlan McNeil
The Clean Seal team know what Professionalism is all about. They were on time, work was completed when they said it would be. Now iv got awesome pavers they look brand new. Cheers Aaron & Clean Seal
Cole Tonorio
Aaron and the boys did a great job of cleaning my stencilled concrete and exposed agg, it came up a treat and is now fully sealed against the black mould and moss I get every winter. Very good service, highly recommended.
Ken Briggs
We had our travertine tiles restored by Aaron and Josh and the results are amazing. They were very knowledgeable and communicated well. We will definitely call clean seal agin when we need more work done
Rhiana Burgess
Aaron was responsive, knowledgeable and professional. We had a difficult oil based stain to remove from pavers. Aaron asked all the right questions, and then decided to come after work on the same day I called him, as the treatment was time sensitive. Unbelievable dedication to customer service and his craft.
Greg B
Clean seal came out to quote our bench top within 24 hours of us reaching out to them. Aaron was on time which was refreshing for a trades service. We were advised to go with a product called tuff skin for our marble bench top as we are looking to rent out our home in the near future and this would give us complete protection and a 5 year guarantee. Josh and Aaron came and did the installation within the week and we couldn’t be happier with the result. Can’t really notice that it’s there, but it really does the job especially after my wife and children have been spilling things on it all day and a simple wipe down has it looking good as new. Really appreciated all the work Josh and Aaron have done and would highly recommend tuff skin.
Josh Tennison
Had the guys wash & seal our pavers Professional & great work
Anthony Pinzone
5 stars Great work
Eddie Che Gibbs
Great customer service
Scott Tucker
I instructed Clean Seal to repair and coat a concrete floor for an end of lease office and Aaron and Josh were able to come to the site very quickly and complete the job with excellent results.
Reece Tyack
Highly recommend Aaron and his team of experts. Hard working, knowledgeable, onetime and went beyond and above to ensure we were happy. Thank you
vicky karras
Everything was quick and easy from the quote process to getting the job done - would definitely use again.
Andrew M
Outstanding service Thank you Richard and Arron for going above and beyond very happy with end result I highly recommend clean seal
Sophie Voglis
Contacted Clean Seal via Facebook Marketplace. Very competitive quote. Aaron arrived and immediately got to work. Our path was washed and painted. Very happy with the service. Can thoroughly recommend Clean Seal.
TheToneTosser
Aaron and Josh did a fantastic job on the pavers, transforming them back to new. Friendly and very easy to deal with. I would highly recommend this company. Pictures show before and after.
Jonathan Shaw
Wow, what an outcome my crazy paving looks amazing, particularly the front of the house where the stone is 83 years old! A rare tradie experience where communication was as good as the outcome of the job. Aaron even came back a third time to ensure another coat wasn't required. Highly recommend.
Linda Hoskins
Fabulous work , my marble bench top looks brand new
Cindy R
Aaron and the team were fantastic. Highly professional and followed up all their work to make sure we were happy - which we very much are. The driveway and pavers look like new.
Darren McFarlane
I was really impressed with the attention I received from Aaron and team. A detailed quote, after listening to what we wanted. Arrived when they said they would after SMSs in advance. The somewhat old and scratched marble kitchen I inherited when I moved in was transformed to looking like new.
Rob Layton
Best in the business! Had a vinegar stain on my natural stone bench and they were so informative and helpful throughout the whole process. Only ones you should use for your stone repair!
Emily Crow
Friendly and professional service. Happy to go the extra mile for a great job.
Ruth Buckland
Clean Seal did an absolutely brilliant job to restore my marble bench tops to their original glory .They were very easy to deal with and were fast and efficient. Josh arrived on time and was a real delight.He was thorough and left the job site neat as a pin. I couldn’t recommend this company highly enough. They are top notch.
Jane Kelynack
Aaron is lovely to deal with and wants to please the client.happy to recommend him and his team
Lisa Mochkin
Aaron really knows his stuff. Had a problem with my driveway and he knew exactly what to do to fix it. Honest fair dinkum people like this are hard to find these days. Keep up the great service.
David Francis
Very skilled tradesman punctual and professional.
Matt Conti
My bluestone pavers had oil spilt on them and Aaron and the team were very helpful in getting them cleaned with the majority of the marks coming out. Aaron was very responsive and easy to deal with, would highly recommend him
Virginia Bacon
Clean Seal cleaned our dirty pool sandstone paving and sealed the pavers they returned on request to ensure the job was completed properly. They have a professional understanding of this area of work and I would recommend them.
Peter Fonseca
I had my kitchen bench top shined up and sealed by Joshua at Clean Seal and it looks absolutely amazing. I had a dull natural man made stone that always looked quite drab. It now looks like high quality polished stone! I am soooo happy! Aaron was my first point of call who explained their new sealant product to me and was very informative and helpful. Emm made all my bookings and was very efficient. Joshua performed the job and was a perfectionist, taped everything up beautifully and took his time to do a wonderful job. Would recommend them to anyone!
Kelly Jean
We engaged Clean Seal to restore the marble throughout our home, Aaron was on time to quote the job and his team carried out the work with minimal fuss. Highly recommend for any marble polishing services.
Zaine and Liezyl Greening
