Slips and falls can cause serious injuries at home or at work. Whether you're protecting a staircase, a wet shower area, or a busy factory ramp, anti-slip tape is a simple, affordable solution. Anti-slip tape is a surface-applied material that increases traction on slippery surfaces, helping prevent accidents on stairs, ramps, ladders, and wet areas. Choosing the right tape depends on the environment, foot traffic, and whether it will be used barefoot.

This guide walks you through the different types of anti-slip tape, their benefits, practical installation tips, and expert advice to help you select the best option for your space.

What Is Anti-Slip Tape?

Also called grip tape or traction tape, anti-slip tape adds friction to slippery surfaces to reduce accident risks. It's commonly applied to stairs, ramps, ladders, walkways, and other high-risk areas.

Types of Anti-Slip Tape (And Where Each Works Best)

• Standard Grit – Ideal for stairs and general indoor/outdoor use.
• Heavy-Duty – Perfect for high-traffic industrial or commercial areas where durability is essential.
• Non-Abrasive Waterproof – Safe for barefoot zones such as showers, spas, and swimming pool edges.
• Glow-in-the-Dark – Increases visibility in low-light areas or emergency exit paths.
• Lean Coarse Resilient – Mop-friendly and waterproof, suitable for food prep areas and kitchens.

Key Benefits of Anti-Slip Tape

1. Enhances safety and prevents slips
2. Affordable alternative to structural modifications
3. Easy DIY installation
4. Compliant with health and safety regulations

Which Anti-Slip Tape Should You Use?

• Indoor Stairs: Standard grit tape
• Outdoor Steps & Ramps: Heavy-duty or weather-resistant tape
• Wet Areas & Barefoot Zones: Non-abrasive waterproof tape
• Emergency Exits & Low Light: Glow-in-the-dark tape
• Food Preparation Areas: Lean coarse resilient tape

While anti-slip tape is a quick and effective solution, it may not be suitable for every stair type or high-traffic area. For a complete guide to all anti-slip options — including stair nosings, stair treads, and tape for indoor, outdoor, concrete, or carpeted stairs — check out our Anti Slip Stair Solutions Hub. This hub helps you choose the safest product for every situation.

How to Choose the Right Tape

Consider surface type, foot traffic, environmental conditions (wet, dry, or outdoors), and whether visual cues are required...

Installation Tips

Clean the surface thoroughly and ensure it is dry. Apply the tape with firm pressure to ensure adhesion. For porous surfaces like concrete, use a primer to extend the tape’s lifespan.

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