Standard Duty Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Treads

Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Treads product properties

Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Tread Covers, designed to provide slip resistance to existing stairs and landing areas. Manufactured from high quality GRP incorporating a gritted anti-slip surface.

Stock sizes

Cut to your sizes

Select the cut to size option and enter your sizes.

Maximum individual size:
2400mm x 1200mm x 55mm (nosing).
Cutting tolerances +/- 3mm.

Thickness

Standard Duty approx. 5mm.
Heavy Duty approx. 6mm.
Fine Grit circa 4mm.

Weight

Standard duty approx 8.75kg/linear metre.
Heavy Duty approx. 13.75kg/linear metre.
Fine Grit approx 8.75kg/linear metre.

Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Treads - Standard Duty, Heavy Duty or Fine Grit

Standard Duty - medium grit

• For wet, frosty and oily conditions.
• Normal pedestrian traffic and industrial applications.
• Platforms, staircases, steps, fire escapes, emergency exits, public access stairways.
• Our standard duty stair covers are suitable for most applications and give many years of service under normal conditions.

Heavy Duty - ToughGrip - coarse grit

• For wet, frosty and oily conditions.
• Busy pedestrian traffic, industrial applications.
• Train stations, stadiums, car parks, busy public walkways and stairways. 
• If your requirement is in a very high foot fall area, or you just want the most hard wearing stair tread covers we produce - then our heavy duty coarse grit product is for you.

Fine Grit - ToughGrip - fine grit

• For wet and oily conditions.
• Normal pedestrian traffic.
• Less industrial applications, easier to clean with a less aggressive surface. 
• For more sensitive areas such as play areas, schools, in domestic and commercial environments – generally for interior use but can be used outside if deemed suitable.

Suitable environments

Domestic, commercial and industrial environments - interior and exterior.

Suitable substrates

Concrete, wood, metal, steel, chequer plate, grating.

Fixing methods

Mechanically fixed or bonded with an adhesive (for extra security use both options).

Service temperature

-50°c to +80°c.

Life expectancy

Design life of 10+ years, subject to traffic analysis.

The life expectancy of any flooring product will be dictated by the nature and volume of the traffic it receives.

Factors such as shoe type and material, weight of individual, non pedestrian traffic, and any contamination such as dirt or grit are all factors that will influence the natural wear and tear of the landing cover.

10 Year Guarantee

Safe Tread Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Tread Covers come with a 10 Year Manufacturers Guarantee. Should any manufacturing defects occur within 10 years of purchase, we will replace free of charge.

How we test slip resistance - Pendulum Test

Safe Tread Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Tread Covers achieved the highest classification available of extremely low slip risk when subjected to the Pendulum test method. This method is the HSE (Health & Safety Executive) preferred method for assessing floor slipperiness in both dry and water wet conditions.

Read more on how we measure of surface slipperiness - anti-slip test results

Where can GRP Extra Deep Stair Tread Covers be used?

Staircases, landing areas, steps, fire escapes, office block steps, entrance steps, emergency exits, public access stairways.

Who do we manufacture GRP Extra Deep Stair Tread Covers for?

We produce a range of Safe Tread anti-slip stair and floor products for industrial, commercial or home use.

We supply across the UK for Marinas, Landscaping Architects, Local Authorities, Councils, Professional Landscapers, Landscape Industries, Garden Designers, Urban Designers, Interior Designers, Town Planners, Schools, Colleges, Breweries, Housing Associations, Residential Market, Statutory Bodies eg: English Heritage, National Trust, Leisure Organisations, Sports Grounds, Leisure Centres, Zoos, Farms and Parks.

Anti-Slip Stair Treads Brochure

Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Treads installation guide

Handling

Safe handling practices should always be employed. Store the covers flat upside down.

Cutting Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Treads

We can do this for you, simply select the cut to size option and enter the exact sizes you require.

Minor adjustments, small cut outs, can be made with a hacksaw or a jigsaw with a suitable blade.

Should you wish to cut yourself, Anti-Slip Stair Tread Covers can be easily cut to size using orbital cutting equipment with either a stone or diamond blade. Cutting should be carried out externally or where there is dust extraction or suitable ventilation and appropriate protective equipment should be worn.

Fixing Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Treads

We recommend a double fixing method for installing Anti-Slip Stair Tread Covers consisting of a high strength bonding adhesive and mechanical fixing to each end.

Having carried out adhesion tests using various adhesives we would recommend the use of Sabatack for bonding our Anti-Slip Stair Tread Covers. Sabatack is suitable for bonding to concrete, wood, metal and steel.

The reputation for Sabatack for quality and reliability is virtually unmatched, illustrated through a comprehensive portfolio of problem solving products that have been employed for many years in wide diversity of applications.

Sabatack adhesive is also a sealant and will seal around the edge to stop water lying between the stair cover and the substrate (water will not harm the stair cover but can affect wood or metal substrates causing rot or rust).

Furthermore, use of Sabatack will also help eliminate the drumming noise, when walked upon, that can be created when fitting onto an existing substrate. 

Adhesive Quantity

As an approximate guide, with a 6mm bead 1 x 300 ml tube of Sabatack adhesive sealant should be sufficient to bond one 2400mm x 1200mm Safe Tread Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Tread Cover. Sabatack adhesive sealant can be purchased from Safe Tread.

For easy ordering - in the basket we calculate the quantity of adhesive required for your entire order, should you wish to purchase from us.

Technical data sheet for Sataback adhesive sealant.

Safety Data Sheet for Sataback adhesive sealant.

Preparation

Any damage or undulations to the receiving substrate should be remedied to ensure that the stair tread cover will be on a flat and even surface. when using an adhesive the substrate must be clean and dry, free from oils and grease, dust and loose particles. The underside of the Anti-Slip Stair Tread Cover must also be clean and dry. Where the substrate is contaminated (i.e. by oil or is wet) or its surface strength is wanting, mechanical fixing is essential. The installer should ensure that the substrate is of sufficient quality to achieve a secure fixing.

Prior to applying an adhesive it's advisable to first carry out a dry-fit to ensure a suitable fit.

How to install Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Treads

1. Run a 6mm bead of adhesive around the perimeter of the Anti-Slip Stair Tread Cover about 25mm in from the edges and cross hatch at about 200mm apart.

2. Use hand pressure to bed the stair cover into position.

3. Fixing is generally recommended at approx: 70mm from the front, 60mm from the back, 50mm from each side. We recommend a maximum of 500mm between fixings.

4. Secure with pozi self-tapping stainless steel screws supplied or with your own fixings should these not be suitable for the installation substrate.

Stairs and landing areas can be used immediately.

Bonding only

With Sabatack optimum bonding will be obtained around 48 hours after application at 23°c. However, the stairs can be opened to traffic a few hours after bonding subject to temperature.

Mechanical fixing only

Fixing is generally recommended at approx: 70mm from the front, 60mm from the back, 50mm from each side. We recommend a maximum of 500mm between fixings.

Miscellaneous

The installation instructions make no claim to being comprehensive but should be used as a guide. Always employ safe practices. It's recommended that to first test the suitability of any fixing method on a small area before carrying out a full installation programme.

Handy Advice

If steps are heavily worn consider using Riser Plates to give extra support.

Installation Service

A fitting service is available if required. Please call 01206 227 660 for a quote.

Installation, maintenance & cleaning guide

Cleaning Anti-Slip Extra Deep Stair Treads

Use of a stiff brush will usually be sufficient to remove everyday dirt and debris. For more stubborn items a mild detergent can be used with warm water. Prior to carrying out a full cleaning programme it's advisable to first test the suitability of the detergent on a small inconspicuous area.

Pressure Wash

If conditions allow, a pressure washer on a low setting can be used to clean the Anti-Slip Stair Tread Cover. However, if the stair cover has been secured with an adhesive agent or sealed with a sealant repeated use of a pressure washer could undermine the integrity of the adhesive / sealant.

Again, prior to carrying out a full cleaning programme it's advisable to first test the suitability of the pressure wash on a small inconspicuous area.

Spillages

Spills should be cleared up immediately. This should occur with consultation of product data sheets and in harmony with the company's own safety procedures.

General Routine Maintenance

The security of any fixings and the integrity of the products gritted surface and GRP substrate should be checked on a regular basis. The frequency of which will depend on the nature and volume of footfall. As a guide, for high traffic areas monthly inspections would be advisable.

Installation, maintenance & cleaning guide