Anti-slip surface

Marv

Marv

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A customer ask if I could apply a non or anti-slip surface to the steps. Of course I said sure, but would have to calculate cost.

Now, I am asking if any of ya'll are familiar with this, and what product would you recommend?
 
Home Depot sell an additive it's about $3 per bag (add 1 bag per gallon sealer).

Sherwin Williams carries H&C brand additive called Shark Grip.
about the same price.

Armor Coat is another sold by www.eco-wares.com

I would assume anyone that carries concrete sealers would also carry a non-slip additive.


Regards,
 
Thanks, I have seen the stuff at Home Depot, and was thinking about that on price, so I knew I could do the job he is asking for. But I wanted to see if anyone else was getting this type of request, and if it may create problems down the road (ie sealant not setting, damage to wood).

I am working on getting the new home clean up for one of the area's busiest dealers for manufactured homes. I am mainly wanting their decks. They will be new, and I will clean the mud and whatever from set up and make some money on the stain and sealant. This request is for the model and sales office.

I knew before I posted that I would get a response from the two of you. You both seem to full of knowledge, and I am thankful you are willing to share. Hopefully one day I will be able to give a little back as well. Again, Thank You!
 
Good thing you said full of knowledge...LOL.

The issue would be more on application also, since you would not be able to apply with pump up or small orifice airless sprayers (would have to roll on).

We don't do a lot of decks (comparetively speaking) and have not had any requests as slipperyness seems to be more of an issue with un-treated or dirty (moldy & mildewed) surfaces.

Try posting your question re: "problems down the road - sealant not setting, damage to wood, etc." with Greg Rentschler at www.deckcare.org/forums/ Greg specializes in woodcare/restoration and will be able to tell you the frequency of requests from his perspective.

or Steven Rowlett at http://www.thecleanernetwork.com/



Regards,
 
Non-skid surface

Marv,

I don't know if you are speaking of a solid stain finish. If you are the product you may be referring to is silica sand. One of the brands I know of is Skidtex , I am sure there are others. It is added to the stain prior to stirring or shaking. Hope that helps.
 
Go top grainger they have strips that you can put on wood. The strips stick to the wood and has course like top on it. Nothing is 100% proof.


Charlie
 
Tid-bits of useless info:

Silica sand in different grades and sizes is
- used in glass making (in refined condition),
- used for sand blasting,
- used in mortar mixes,
- used in making bricks,
- used to fill cigarette urns (store entry ash trays)


Regards,
 
ron p

Marve never said what finnish he was useing. Would all of these suggestions work with something like Ready-seal or a pent. oil based sealer? What is left on the surface to hold the sand?
 
I sealed the decks with Ready Seal, Natural Cedar.

I mixed some Anti-Slip additive with some clear semi-gloss Spar Urethane (outdoor use). The additive (Rust o leum) was approx. $3.5 to mix w/one gallon, and the Spar Urethane was approx. $12
I only used 1/4 of the additive and 2/3 of the urethane. So I had enough to do my back steps.

It turned out real nice. I plan to offer it as an add in the future.
 
Hey Marv, please keep us posted as to how long this lasts. If you have premature failure? Thanks, Tim.
 
Sure Tim

Today the GM and I made agreement for an on going program for them to offer to their future customers. So, I should be able to keep a close eye on it.

I was looking at the steps today and I like it better, I guess it has had a chance to settle.
 
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