Is Flake Epoxy Flooring Slip-Resistant? What Homeowners Should Know

We covered the pros, cons and best uses of flake epoxy flooring last post – and slip resistance came up as one of the practical pluses. If you’re considering flake for a laundry, alfresco area or anywhere else that gets wet, here’s what actually makes it grippy, and when you might want to ask for more.

Why Flake Naturally Adds Some Grip

A flat, glossy epoxy surface can be genuinely slippery when wet, especially underfoot in socks or bare feet. Flake changes that by breaking up the surface with a textured, slightly raised finish under the clear topcoat – that texture gives shoes and feet more to grip onto than a completely smooth surface would.

Where Slip Resistance Matters Most

Laundries, mudrooms, alfresco areas and anywhere else that regularly gets wet or tracks in rain and mud are where slip resistance is worth thinking about upfront, rather than as an afterthought. A standard garage floor that occasionally gets a wet car parked on it is a lower-risk scenario than a laundry floor that’s wet daily.

Can You Boost Slip Resistance Further?

Yes – for areas where grip really matters, an anti-slip additive can be broadcast into the topcoat alongside the flake for extra texture, and a matte or satin finish generally provides more grip than a high-gloss topcoat. If you need a specific, certified slip rating for a commercial or regulatory reason, that’s a conversation worth having directly with your installer, since ratings are assessed against current Australian Standards rather than general mar