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Best way to make decking non slip

Posted by sue ashman, on
What is the best way to make decking non slip in winter? Would artificial grass work?

James WILKINS

If you have it down already clean and apply clear glue epoxy and dust fine silver sand and cover and let set. This is what we do on boat decks. If you go to stockists they now sell the boards with grip installed. Paul
Ian Summerscales

Ian Summerscales

Hello Sue, its difficult to stop decking becoming slippery throughout the year, Putting another layer such as artificial grass would help but it won't do the decking any good. You could get some chicken wire/mesh and tack it down with staples, this would provide grip and also allow the decking to breathe. Regular brushing with decking cleaner helps but it is rather tiresome. Good luck though!

James Collins

I always recommend a powerfull jet wash to take off the layer of algie and dirt that make it slippy. This should be quite inexpensive to do also. Hope this helps, James.

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