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Ironclad Floors

Commercial · Sydney

Anti-Slip Floor Coatings in Sydney

Slip-resistant coatings engineered to AS 4586 for ramps, wet areas, kitchens, walkways and entries — safety compliance without sacrificing looks.

  • 10-Year Warranty
  • $20 million public liability Insured
  • Diamond-Ground Prep

About Anti-Slip Floor Coatings

Anti-slip floor coatings reduce slip-and-fall risk on the surfaces where it matters most — ramps, walkways, entries, wet areas, commercial kitchens, cool rooms, loading docks and pool surrounds. Slips, trips and falls are among the most common workplace and public-liability incidents, and a slippery floor is both a safety hazard and a legal exposure. A purpose-designed anti-slip system builds graded aggregate into a durable coating to deliver measurable, lasting slip resistance, tuned to the specific area and the footwear or bare feet that use it.

The right level of grip is a specification, not a guess. Slip resistance in Australia is measured against AS 4586 (and the in-service standard AS 4663), and different areas call for different ratings — a commercial kitchen, an external ramp and a barefoot pool deck each need a different texture. We select the aggregate type and grade to hit the appropriate classification for the area’s use and wet/dry exposure, balancing safety against cleanability and comfort underfoot. Too little grip is dangerous; too much is hard to clean and uncomfortable — getting it right takes experience.

Anti-slip can be applied as a complete coating system or retro-fitted as a slip-resistant topcoat over a sound existing floor to bring a problem area up to standard. It integrates with our epoxy, polyaspartic and food-grade systems, so you don’t have to choose between safety and a good-looking, durable, easy-clean floor. We can also zone slip resistance — heavier grip on ramps and wet areas, smoother finishes elsewhere — to suit how each part of a facility is used.

As with all our work, preparation underpins performance: diamond grinding, repair, moisture testing and priming, so the anti-slip system bonds permanently in demanding wet and high-traffic conditions. We carry $20 million public liability insurance, work to SafeWork NSW requirements, and can program work around your operating hours. Whether you need to fix one hazardous ramp or specify slip resistance across a new fit-out, book a free on-site assessment and we’ll recommend the right rated system for each area.

Why Choose Our Anti-Slip Floor Coatings

  • Engineered to AS 4586 slip-resistance classifications for each area
  • Reduces slip-and-fall risk and public-liability exposure
  • Aggregate type and grade tuned to use, footwear and wet/dry exposure
  • Available as a full system or a retro-fit slip-resistant topcoat
  • Zoned grip across a facility; $20m insured, SafeWork-compliant

Coating Systems for Anti-Slip Floor Coatings

We recommend the right system for how you use the space and the condition of your slab. The systems best suited to anti-slip floor coatings are:

  • Anti-Slip & Safety CoatingsGraded aggregate bound into a coating to deliver measurable AS 4586 slip resistance for ramps, wet areas, kitchens and pool decks.
  • Solid Colour EpoxyA clean, uniform single-colour high-build epoxy for a crisp commercial-look floor that brightens the space and cleans easily.
  • Polyaspartic CoatingsAliphatic polyurea coatings that cure fast and stay UV-stable — used as a high-performance topcoat or full build for speed and sun resistance.

Not sure which is right? Our coating systems guide compares durability, cost, UV stability and cure time side by side.

Surface Preparation Comes First

The single biggest factor in whether your anti-slip floor coatings lasts is what happens before the coating goes down. We diamond-grind the concrete to the correct CSP 2–3 profile, moisture-test the slab, structurally repair cracks and joints, and apply a penetrating primer. Skipping any of this is exactly why cheap coatings bubble, peel and delaminate within months. Read more about how we prepare concrete.

Pricing & Timeframe

As a guide, anti-slip floor coatings typically costs from around $35–$85 per , depending on the system, the size of the area and the condition of the concrete. Every quote is a fixed price confirmed after we inspect your floor in person — there are no hourly surprises. Most commercial floors are staged around your operations, and every job is backed by our 10-year written warranty and $20 million public liability public liability cover.

Our Anti-Slip Floor Coatings Process

A disciplined, preparation-first process on every job — single garage or full warehouse.

  1. 01

    Free On-Site Quote

    We visit your Sydney property, assess the floor area and condition, discuss the coating system options, and provide a written fixed-price quote. No obligation.

  2. 02

    Surface Preparation

    We diamond-grind the concrete to the correct profile, test for moisture, repair any cracks or damage, and apply primer. This step decides whether your floor lasts 10 years or 10 months.

  3. 03

    Base Coat Application

    The epoxy base coat is applied to the prepared surface. For flake systems, decorative chips are broadcast at this stage. For metallic systems, pigment and metallic powder are worked into the wet coat.

  4. 04

    Topcoat & Sealing

    A clear polyurethane or polyaspartic topcoat is applied for protection, sheen and slip resistance. This is the surface you see and walk on.

  5. 05

    Cure & Handover

    Light foot traffic typically within 24 hours, full vehicle or heavy traffic within 72 hours. We walk through the finished floor with you and leave the site clean.

Anti-Slip Floor Coatings — FAQs

How much do anti-slip floor coatings cost?

Anti-slip systems typically range from $35 to $85 per square metre depending on the base system, the level of slip resistance required, and whether it’s a full build or a retro-fit topcoat. We provide a written quote after assessing the area and its slip requirements.

What slip-resistance standard do you work to?

We specify to AS 4586 (laboratory classification) and consider AS 4663 for in-service testing, selecting the aggregate and finish to meet the appropriate rating for each area — ramps, wet areas, kitchens, entries or pool decks all differ. We match the spec to the use.

Can you make an existing floor slip-resistant?

Often yes. If the existing floor is sound, we can prepare it and apply a slip-resistant topcoat to bring a hazardous area up to standard without replacing the whole floor. If the existing coating is failing, it’s better to start from properly prepared concrete.

Will an anti-slip floor be hard to clean?

Not when specified correctly. There’s a balance between grip and cleanability, and choosing the right aggregate grade for the area keeps it both safe and practical to clean. We tune the texture so it meets the safety requirement without becoming a cleaning headache.

Which areas most need anti-slip coatings?

Ramps, external walkways and entries, commercial kitchens, cool rooms, wet processing areas, loading docks, wash bays and pool surrounds are the most common. Anywhere water, oil or grease meets foot traffic is a candidate for a rated anti-slip system.

Can you zone different grip levels in one facility?

Yes. We can apply heavier slip resistance to ramps and wet areas and smoother finishes to dry, low-risk zones, so each part of the floor matches its use. This targeted approach delivers safety where it’s needed without over-texturing the whole site.

How durable is the slip resistance over time?

Because the aggregate is bound into a durable coating rather than sitting on the surface, the slip resistance lasts. The topcoat is the wear layer and can be refreshed down the track to restore the rating, extending the life of the safety surface.

Do anti-slip coatings have to look industrial?

No. Anti-slip integrates with our decorative epoxy and polyaspartic finishes, so you can have a good-looking, durable floor that’s also rated for slip safety. Safety and appearance aren’t mutually exclusive when the system is properly specified.

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