Non-slip exterior tiles

Do you want to renovate your exterior and particularly your floor? We advise you to opt for non-slip tiles! This type of soil is in fact an essential ally for successful outdoor work. In addition to being aesthetic and durable, a non-slip floor is an ideal solution for an exterior, often subject to bad weather and a favorite place for children. Discover without further delay the characteristics of this type of floor as well as advice to help you choose, install and maintain the best non-slip exterior tiling!

A secure space

Several factors can lead you to choose to install non-slip flooring in your garden, for example. The first motivation is generally related to security. Indeed, there are many reasons why outdoors are particularly humid places and therefore dangerous for everyone’s safety. This is why opting for non-slip tiles proves to be an effective solution to combat falls and reduce the risks linked to wet outdoor floors. This gives you peace of mind and you are certain that the whole family, young and old, are safe.

A sustainable floor

It should also be noted that in addition to being much safer, non-slip outdoor floors are generally more resistant than most conventional floors. Being designed to be installed outdoors, non-slip tiles are able to withstand the most extreme climatic conditions: temperature variations, exposure to UV rays, or even wear: nothing scares these floors. The investment you make will be largely profitable in the long term since you will no longer need to change your outdoor flooring every 4 mornings!

Aesthetics

Non-slip tiles are an excellent compromise between safety and style. Indeed, nothing prevents you from enjoying a modern and colorful exterior despite your choice of floor type. The non-slip exterior tiles easily adapt to all styles already in place: rustic or classic, modern or no, it’s up to you!

Porcelain tiles

As is the case for all types of floors, it is possible to find exterior tiles produced from different materials. Non-slip exterior floors are most often produced from porcelain stoneware. Very popular, this material is ideal for outdoor spaces since it is known for its great resistance and its numerous finishes which allow it to imitate the style of its comrades.

Natural stones are also an interesting choice when it comes to outdoor flooring. Indeed, the main advantage of this type of material lies in the fact that natural stones naturally have non-slip properties thanks to their textured surface. Furthermore, this type of stone is 100% unique: no model is like another, you are guaranteed to give your exterior an inimitable personal touch!

Concrete

Concrete is also an interesting option in terms of non-slip outdoor floors. Indeed, in addition to being much more financially accessible than its predecessors, concrete offers foolproof solidity. Once treated, it becomes completely waterproof and anti-fall. You can also cover it in various colors and textures to your liking to make it unique and suited to your existing decoration!

Composite wood

None of the previous proposals were able to seduce you? Perhaps you are made to discover exterior tiles made of composite wood! Newer on the market, this type of floor combines wood and composite material to create a new surface resistant to mold, humidity and above all non-slip!

The slip coefficient

This is the only criterion you should use if you could only choose one. The slip coefficient is the indicator par excellence which allows you to measure the anti-slip performance of a floor. The scale ranging from R9 (the least slip-resistant) to R13 (the most slip-resistant) allows you to calmly choose the floor suited to your needs. If your space is particularly subject to humidity and slipping, we recommend that you opt for at least an R11 floor.

Frost resistance

Also, another criterion that you could take into account when making your choice concerns the frost resistance of the soil envisaged. Indeed, if in addition to living in a humid region, you are also located in a region with extreme cold, it is very likely that your soil will be frozen. And a material not intended for this purpose risks cracking easily and deteriorating quickly.

Ease of maintenance

Finally, whatever the type of floor chosen, we recommend that you always opt for a surface that is easy to maintain, both financially and in terms of investment of time and energy on your part. Subject to the arrival of a lot of dirt quickly, exterior floors should always be able to be washed and swept quickly, without too much effort.

Soil preparation

Before proceeding with any installation of your newly purchased new floor, a minimum of preparation will be required. Indeed, surely you wouldn’t install your new carpet on a dirty floor? Well, it’s the same with the coating you have chosen. Beforehand, to facilitate and guarantee optimal installation, we recommend that you clean and allow the floor to dry thoroughly. It is essential to work on a clean and dry surface. If necessary, you can also level and drain the ground to ensure a secure, stable and durable installation over time.

Laying tiles

Unless you are an excellent DIYer, we recommend that you choose a professional recognized for the quality of their work to install your new anti-fall floor. Indeed, it is important for installation batches to respect certain standards to avoid potential water infiltration.

Tile maintenance

In addition to regular broom and mop cleaning, you may need or want a deep clean from time to time. To do this, select a mild detergent suitable for the construction material of your floor and clean gently, without scrubbing too much. Don’t forget to rinse thoroughly with clean water because cleaning products can damage your floor in the long term. Another point of vigilance: increased monitoring of joints. Essential to the good performance and survival of your floor, the joints must be the subject of particular attention and be regularly checked to ensure that they fulfill their role.
And There you go! Now you know everything there is to know about non-slip outdoor floors. We hope you enjoyed this article and that it answered all your questions. Do you still have a few questions? Do not hesitate to contact us ! A member of the novoceram team will be delighted to support you in your exterior renovation project. We wish you a good visit to novoceram.