Did you know more than 800,000 people were hospitalized in 2020 due to slip and fall accidents? Some of these incidents happen in the bathroom, making it one of the most dangerous rooms of your home. To be on the safe side, consider installing slip-resistant tiles.

Understanding Slip Resistance in Tiles

Typically measured by the coefficient of friction value of the flooring or tiles, slip resistance is a surface's ability to prevent slipping. The COF can either be static (SCOF), which measures a surface's frictional resistance when at rest, or dynamic (DCOF), which measures the resistance during motion

The DCOF AcuTest is the standard for measuring slip resistance in tiles for bathrooms and other wet areas. 

Types of Non-Slip Tiles for Bathrooms

When looking for safe bathroom flooring options, these should be your top choices:

  • Porcelain tiles: With a low water absorption rate of less than 0.5%, these tiles are dense and nonporous. They have matte or textured finishes to improve traction.
  • Natural stone tiles: Examples of tiles in this category include marble. They're slip-resistant and elegant. They're great for indoor or outdoor spaces.
  • Mosaic tiles: These slip-resistant tiles for wet areas are popular for shower floors. They're typically small to offer more grout lines and increase bathroom safety.

Factors To Consider When Choosing Non-Slip Tiles

Consider the following factors when buying anti-slip floor tiles for bathrooms:

Texture and surface finish: Choose tiles with textured or matte finishes. These offer better traction than their smooth, polished counterparts.

Water absorption rate: Options with low absorption rates, such as porcelain tiles, are moisture resistant and more slip resistant.

Durability and maintenance requirements: For more convenience, invest in durable tiles that are easy to clean.

Best Non-Slip Bathroom Tiles for Specific Wet Areas

For slip-resistant tiles, we recommend:

  • Shower floors: Mosaic or pebble tiles
  • Bathroom floors: Porcelain or natural stone tiles

Installation and Maintenance of Non-Slip Tiles

  • You can make sure your tiles last a lifetime with proper installation. Consider meeting with our team near New Jersey to select the proper tile for your project.
  • Try to avoid harsh chemicals when cleaning your floors.

Creating a Safe and Stylish Bathroom With Non-Slip Tiles

Want to create safe, visually pleasing bathroom for you and your loved ones? Get in touch with our team at Wayne Tile today. We'll help you choose and install the right tiles for your bathroom and wet areas.