Antislip stair strip

Making stairs anti-slip

Do you also have such a slippery staircase in your home? Sometimes you're in agony when the kids storm down the stairs.

Slipping on the stairs happens regularly, unfortunately. While you can easily prevent this kind of situation.

Your stairs safe and hard-wearing

Do you feel that you can slip when climbing stairs? You want to prevent that, of course.

Stair antiskid is not only safe, but they can also make it more beautiful. They can accentuate or beautify the stair treads. If you want to make your stairs safer and more wear-resistant, then the stair strips made of anti-slip rubber tape are a good solution.

They help to prevent accidents. They are especially important for dangerously steep stairs and people who have difficulty climbing stairs, such as children, the elderly and people with disabilities.

Advantages:

• Safer: a stair antiskid ensures that you cannot slip on your stairs.

• More wear-resistant: it protects your stairs from wear and tear.

• More beautiful: they make your stairs more beautiful.

Which stair antislip should I buy?

If you're looking for an anti-slip strip for your stairs, there are a few things to consider.

Permanent or temporary?

There are two types of anti-slip strips: definitive strips and temporary strips.

Definitive strips are drilled into the stair treads, while temporary strips are adhered to the treads.

Definitive strips are more durable than temporary strips, but they are also more expensive. Temporary strips are cheaper, but they are also less durable.

Budget

Stair strips are available in different price ranges. Their price depends on the type, size and brand name.

Types of anti-slip strips

There are several types available, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.

Infrees strips: Infrees strips are drilled into the stair treads. They are durable and offer good grip.

Adhesive strips: Adhesive strips are glued to the steps. They are cheaper than milling strips, but they are also less durable.

Floor coverings: Floor coverings can also be used to make stairs non-slip. Floor coverings are available in different colors and materials, such as a stair runner, as well as the well-known stair matting.

Choice aid

Below is a decision aid for non-skid stair strips:

Permanent or temporary? If you are looking for a permanent solution, then a permanent molding strip is a good choice.

If you are looking for a cheaper solution, then a temporary anti-slip strip that is self-adhesive is a better choice. If you have a rental property then this is usually chosen.

Tips

Here are a few tips for the best choice:

Measure the width of your stair treads to determine the total length.

Choose a strip that matches the color and material of your stairs.

If you live in a rental property, ask permission to make a groove in the stair treads. Or opt for a temporary solution.

Installing an anti-slip strip is easy. Follow the instructions on the packaging or manual of the anti-slip strip. Or watch the installation video.