Anti-Slip Glass Options

Walk-On Glass: Safety, Privacy, and Finishing Options

Glass is often used in walkways, stairways, floors, and skylights to maximise natural light, but it can become slippery when wet. For this reason, it’s essential that any walk-on glass includes an additional slip-resistant finish to ensure a safe, anti-slip surface.

In many installations, a privacy finish is also recommended. This not only enhances safety but ensures discretion for those using the spaces above and below—especially important where people may walk over the glass in skirts or dresses.

If your project requires transparency, a range of non-slip and slip-safe finishes can provide the perfect balance between safety, privacy, and light transmission.

Ceramic Fritted Pattern

A ceramic fritted pattern offers a combination of slip resistance, durability, and transparency by alternating areas of ceramic frit with clear glass.

• The ceramic is fired into the surface, creating a structurally bonded, anti-skid finish that is both long-lasting and visually refined.

• Fritted areas add texture and grip, improving slip resistance without compromising natural light.

• Ceramic frits are available in a wide variety of colours and designs. Many projects opt for a dot matrix pattern, which provides broad coverage and a high level of anti-slip protection while maintaining a clean, minimal aesthetic.

Sandblasted Pattern

Alternatively, a sandblasted pattern can be applied to create a textured, non-slip surface that diffuses light beautifully.

• Designs can be custom or repeated, offering complete flexibility for architectural and aesthetic requirements.

• Varying the depth of blasting allows control over both translucency and slip resistance, helping meet specific safety and design goals.

• This type of anti-slip glass remains highly light-transmissive, while offering a translucent, privacy-enhancing finish with no direct visibility through the glass.

Summary

Whether you choose a ceramic fritted or sandblasted finish, each option enhances safety and style while allowing light to flood through your space. The right treatment ensures your walk-on glass is slip-safe and anti-skid, providing lasting performance without sacrificing design integrity — all achievable through expert glass manufacturing and finishing techniques.

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