Non Slip Flooring
Choosing the right flooring can help make your home safer, especially in areas where splashes and spills are part of everyday life. Our range includes non slip vinyl flooring and laminate in a variety of styles to suit busy kitchens, bathrooms and other areas of your home.
Explore practical flooring options that combine everyday usability with designs you'll love.
Non Slip Flooring for a Safer Home
Spills, splashes and wet footprints are part of everyday life, particularly in busy households. Choosing suitable flooring can help reduce the risk of slips and falls, making surface grip an important consideration when updating your home.
This is especially important in kitchens and bathrooms, where floors can become wet during cooking, cleaning or everyday routines. Explore our non slip bathroom flooring and non slip kitchen flooring to find options suited to these busy spaces.
From textured vinyl surfaces to laminate with natural wood-grain finishes, there are several flooring types to consider when looking for a balance between safety, practicality and style.
Which Flooring Is Best for Slip Resistance?
Different flooring materials offer different levels of grip, so it's worth considering the surface finish and the product's slip-resistance specifications before making your choice.
Non Slip Vinyl Flooring
Vinyl is a popular choice for customers looking for practical flooring with a wide range of styles and finishes. It’s the perfect choice for kitchens, bathrooms and other areas where splashes and spills are more likely. When comparing products, look for a suitable slip-resistance rating. An R10 rating is generally suitable, while R11 indicates a higher level of resistance under the relevant test conditions. Always check the individual product specifications to make sure the flooring is suitable for your intended use.
If you're looking for an affordable option, non slip lino flooring offers plenty of designs, from natural stone and wood effects to bold, colourful patterns.
Non slip LVT flooring offers another, more premium option, combining individual vinyl planks or tiles with a variety of realistic designs.
Is Laminate Flooring Slip Resistant?
Laminate can also be suitable for some areas of the home, although surface finishes vary between products. Some smooth stone-effect designs may offer less texture underfoot, while wood-effect laminate with a more pronounced grain can provide a more textured surface.
If you're considering laminate for a kitchen or another area where spills are likely, look closely at the finish and the manufacturer's specifications.
What Should I Look for in Anti Slip Flooring?
When comparing anti slip flooring, there are a few things worth checking before you buy.
- Slip-resistance rating: Where a product provides a recognised rating, use it to help compare options. A higher rating offers more resistance to slipping.
- Surface texture: Textured finishes may provide additional grip compared with very smooth surfaces, depending on the product and conditions.
- Room suitability: Consider how the floor will be used and whether it may regularly come into contact with water or other spills.
- Water resistance: In kitchens and bathrooms, water resistance is another important consideration, but it should not be confused with slip resistance.
- Cleaning and maintenance: Dirt, grease, cleaning products and standing water can affect grip. Follow the manufacturer's cleaning recommendations and deal with spills promptly.
No flooring is completely slip-proof. Water, grease, cleaning products and other contaminants can affect grip, so choosing a suitable product and following the manufacturer's cleaning and maintenance guidance are important parts of maintaining a safer home.