Stair Nosing Sydney

Deciding to equip a staircase with the appropriate nosings is a step in the right direction. After your initial investment, it’s up to you and your staff to preserve the condition of the rubber stair treads to gain the maximum value from the installation. Implement these procedures to increase the longevity of your anti-slip nosings. 

• Cleaning the staircase mainly depends on the frequency at which people use it—if you don’t experience large volumes of traffic, then sweeping the stairs once a week will suffice. However, commercial buildings have a reputation for withstanding unlimited traffic and require continual cleaning to prevent the build-up of dirt and grease. 
• Before you take matters into your own hands, it’s wise to consult the contractor who installed the nosings for you or find the information in the manufacturer’s manual. Depending on the type of anti-slip measures you install, there is a recommendation from the producers regarding the cleaning process. You can’t use ordinary cleaning agents on certain materials. 
• Delegate one member of your cleaning staff to regularly inspect the condition of the nosings. It’s common to find wear and tear becoming visible, and that’s unavoidable. To ensure you’re maintaining the safety standards you initially set and create a secure environment, you must replace the nosings and avoid extensive repair charges. 

After installing non-slip stair treads on your property, you can be confident that you’ve completed your duty as the building manager. Consequently, patrons and other people using the facilities have the comfort of anti-slip measures to ensure they won’t slip and injure themselves. However, property managers around the country make the mistake of neglecting those measures, which could eventually lead to expensive emergencies. 

• Safety tape offers an unprecedented level of grip largely thanks to the grit on its surface. Its continued exposure to high foot traffic will result in debris and other dirt trapping itself in the material of the tape. If you leave it unattended, the problem won’t disappear, and the performance of the anti-slip tape will dwindle. It’s imperative to inspect the tape regularly to ensure dirt doesn’t affect its primary task. 
• You can’t treat this surface as you would any kitchen or bathroom floor. The material of the tape is abrasive. However, in an attempt to clean the traction tape and restore it to its former glory, people make the mistake of using traditional mops, rags and floor buffers. Naturally, the tape will shred fibrous materials causing a considerable mess. Instead, opt for a nylon brush. Nylon is the ideal material to weave its way into the peaks of the tape while being strong enough to withstand the abrasion. 
• Reaching for the indoor, chemical cleaners for the anti-slip tape is not advised. The chemicals in those liquids are too harsh for the material and will corrode the tape. It may not occur instantly, but after using a harsh detergent, the chemicals slowly compromise the integrity of the tape. Repeating this process won’t do you any favours, and you may soon find yourself replacing the safety tape. You can use plain water which will suffice, however, if you’re not comfortable, source a mild detergent with a low concentration of chemicals to use on the traction tape. 

After you’ve cleaned the tape, ensure the area is completely dry before allowing people to step on it. Neglecting surface liquid increases the risk of slipping.