In the past, your choices as an architect or building operator have been limited to a floor that looks great (as in, shiny and aesthetically pleasing) versus a floor that is safe-when-wet (as in an Altro-type floor, a textured resin, or similar). But now, that balance of safety and aesthetic is possible thanks to polymer based anti-slip treatments. So how does a polymer anti-slip treatment work, exactly?
in very simple terms, after a thorough clean to remove all residues, a polymer is applied to the surface and bonds to the top. This is achieved, unlike with a an old-technology style acid etch treatment, without breaking down the substrate. The polymer leaves a web-like residue microscopically on the surface, which has a high level of wet slip resistance. Because it’s a polymer and is more or less 100% invisible, you can still maintain shine and aesthetic on the floor.