Sure-footedness in Mallorca – Measuring and improving the slip resistance of your floor
Whether it’s a pool surround, hotel lobby or private living area: a slippery floor can quickly become a safety risk. Especially in Mallorca, where a lot of work is done with tiles, natural stones or marble, surefootedness and professional measurement of slip resistance play a decisive role. In this article , you will learn why a non-slip floor is so important, how we test sliding friction and what measures are available to effectively secure your surfaces.
Why surefootedness is particularly important in Mallorca
A sun-drenched climate, high humidity and frequent use by guests or customers – all this characterises life in Mallorca. Wet shoes, water splashes at the pool and sandy deposits increase the risk of slipping considerably. If you don’t act in time, you expose yourself or others to a high risk of falling.
In addition, hotels, restaurants or public buildings often feature polished natural stone floors, smooth tiles or glossy porcelain stoneware coverings, which can become extremely slippery when damp. This combination of material and environmental influences makes the issue of surefootedness a central challenge – both for private individuals and commercial providers.
We measure the slip resistance of your floor quickly and reliably
To determine whether your floor meets the safety requirements, we offer a professional measurement of slip resistance.With the help of state-of-the-art equipment, we record the coefficient of sliding friction of your surfaces and document how strong or weak the adhesion behaviour is.
Regardless of whether it is pool areas, entrance areas, stairs or wet rooms – we test wherever there is an increased risk of accidents. Based on the measurement results, we can recommend targeted solutions to improve the grip of your floor and avoid accidents.
This is how the measurement works
- Visual inspection: We look at the floor, check the condition of the material and look for dirt or damage.
- Measurement with special equipment: The coefficient of sliding friction is determined at typical danger spots. This makes it possible to objectively determine whether the surefootedness is sufficient.
- Evaluation and advice: We explain the values to you and suggest appropriate measures. This can range from a diamond brush treatment to special anti-slip coatings.
Factors influencing the risk of slipping
- Material and surface: Polished marble, glossy tiles or high-density porcelain stoneware often offer little grip. A matt or textured surface, on the other hand, increases slip resistance.
- Moisture and pollution: Water, oils or sand particles reduce the frictional resistance between the sole of the shoe and the ground.
- Usage: Heavy traffic leads to faster wear, which can make originally non-slip surfaces smoother.
- Care products and cleaning products: Special waxes or soaps sometimes form layers that make the floor smoother.
How to make your floor safer
If the measurement shows that your floor does not offer sufficient grip, there are several options available:
- Surface treatment: A sanding treatment can compensate for existing scratches and structure the pavement evenly. Diamond brushing is also a proven method to refine marble and granite surfaces while making them more slip-resistant.
- Anti-slip coatings: For some materials, transparent or lightly textured coatings can be considered, which increase sliding resistance.
- Professional cleaning: A basic cleaning or intensive treatment of tiles or fine stone can eliminate deposits that form a slippery layer.
- Regular care and maintenance: With the right cleaning agents and at the right intervals, you can prevent the formation of new dirt or grease films more quickly.
Advantages of a professional slip resistance measurement
- Legal certainty: Especially in the commercial sector or as a landlord, you want to fulfill your duty of care and clarify possible liability issues.
- Prevention of accidents: Those who act early significantly reduce the risk of falls and injuries.
- Fast and targeted action plan: On the basis of concrete measurement data, we can quickly recommend suitable measures.
- Cost effectiveness: Major renovation measures can often be avoided if the right treatment is chosen at an early stage.
How the slip resistance of stone floors can be tested
The GMG 200 sliding measuring device is designed for the one-time or regular examination of sliding friction on various floor coverings, but especially on stone floors. Depending on the floor covering, the sliding bodies used for testing can be replaced. The type of sliding material can be detected electronically and logged accordingly. We record the exact sliding friction values and can thus provide you with information about the slip resistance of your stone floor.
You will receive a detailed evaluation of the measured values including a measurement protocol from us. If action is required, we will advise you individually on how to improve the slip resistance of your floor.
Everyday tips for more surefootedness
In addition to professional procedures, you can do a lot yourself to keep your floor more slip-resistant:
- Regular, gentle cleaning: Remove moisture and dirt immediately. Use pH-neutral, non-greasy cleaning agents.
- Dust control mats: Place mats in the entryway to minimize sand and moisture from outside.
- Immediate removal of stains: Oil, grease or soap residue should be removed quickly before a slippery film forms.
- Protection of danger spots: Slipping hazards on stairs or steep paths can be reduced by additional handrails, warnings or temporary mats.
Conclusion: Safety and aesthetics in balance
By professionally measuring the slip resistance , you can gain clarity about the hazard potential of your floors in Mallorca. If there is a need for action, we offer you comprehensive advice on possible surface treatments or coatings – from grinding to diamond brushing and final care. In this way, not only does the Mediterranean flair of your areas preserve, but you also benefit from significantly increased security for yourself, your guests or customers. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions or would like individual advice – we will help you find the perfect compromise between aesthetics and surefootedness.
