Slip resistance in general

As a rule, floor covering material is worn down by sand and dirt particles that adhere to the soles of shoes and act like sandpaper high pressure during walking and turning movements.

Glazed vitreous and porcelain stoneware tiles are characterised by a particularly easy-care finish.

Glazed vitreous or porcelain stoneware tiles which are selected according to the area of application concerned and cleaned on a regular basis are highly durable.

If abrasive materials, such as dirt contained in quartz sand, are allowed to act on the glaze for long periods of time, a loss of gloss and gradual increase in roughness of the surface may result. However, as the serviceability of the floor covering remains unimpaired, this does not constitute a justifiable ground for complaints.

Scratches in the glaze are caused by materials of at least equal hardness, such as quartz grains, sand, dirt or similar in conjunction with a load and movements over the covering. They can, for example, be caused when moving heavy items (including pieces of furniture).

To prevent premature surface wear, it is recommended that large cleaning zones are provided at all entrances.

When small-format tiles are used, the high proportion of joints has a positive effect on the degree of slip.

Slip-resistant coverings in publicly accessible areas are distinguished according to those that are walked barefoot.

No regulations apply as yet in the area of private use, e.g. private bathrooms or kitchens.

The requirements stipulated by accident insurers are defined in the regulations mentioned below.