First developed for use by the Navy on aircraft carrier decks, these high-performance coatings were designed to work under the most difficult conditions imaginable. However, removal of anti-slip epoxy coatings could cause damage to an existing surface, which is characteristic of the abrasive underfootings. But they serve as the best solution when tackling problems on concrete, wood, or steel. These surfaces can include quarry tile, ceramic tile, vinyl floors, marble floors, floors with high-gloss coating, and several other attractive synthetic and natural flooring materials for areas such as hallways, kitchens, entranceways, aisles, bathrooms, locker rooms, breezeways, steps, and exit ramps. Solutions still include slippery when wet signs, mats, tapes, and etching that are temporary at best.
Chemical etching can damage and weaken tile surfaces.
The milky solution dries clear with an aggregate finish. The specially blended polymer aggregate will not scratch underlying surfaces, yet gives the rough texture needed to stop slips and falls when contamination is present. This coating can be removed when necessary, using a common wax stripper. Slips and falls are not accidents, they are the opposite. Slips and falls are predictable consequences of foot traffic on smooth, contaminated surfaces.