The Five Moments You Should Always Re-Test a Floor
Learn the five moments when re-testing slip resistance matters most — and how timing reduces risk more effectively than routine checks.
When Should a Product Be Re-Tested? The Question Manufacturers Get Wrong
Learn when flooring products should be re-tested for slip resistance and why one result rarely covers a full product range.
Why January Is When Latent Slip Risk Shows Up in Commercial Buildings
January maintenance and reopening cycles can increase slip risk. Learn why early-year verification matters for commercial buildings.
What Changes a Floor’s Slip Risk Over Time (Even If Nothing Looks Different)
Slip resistance changes over time due to cleaning, wear and moisture. Learn what drives risk drift and how to manage ongoing floor safety
Colour, Grit and Surface Finish: How Subtle Differences Change Slip Ratings (AS 4586:2013)
Colour, grit and finish change slip resistance. Learn why P-ratings vary across tile ranges and coatings
Why One Slip Test Isn’t Enough for Product Lines (AS 4586:2013)
Slip resistance varies across colours and finishes. Learn why one AS 4586 test cannot certify an entire product line.
Industrial Slip Resistance: Dust, Boots & Coating Drift (AS 4663:2013)
: Industrial floors change fast. Learn how dust, coatings and machinery reduce slip resistance and why AS 4663 onsite testing is essential.
Slip Ratings Demystified: P4, P5, and Why They Matter (AS 4586:2013)
Understand P4 and P5 slip ratings under AS 4586 and how wet pendulum testing determines compliance.
How Much Does Slip Resistance Lab Testing Cost?
Slip resistance testing costs depend on surface type, number of samples, and method (wet pendulum or dry friction). This guide explains typical AS 4586 lab pricing, what’s included in a Zerofal test report, and how accurate certification protects your project from compliance risk.
Cure Time Matters—Avoid Testing Too Soon
Curing is one of the most overlooked factors in slip resistance testing. This article explains how premature testing can understate performance, invalidate AS 4586 results, and cost clients compliance. Learn the right waiting periods for coatings, sealants, and concrete surfaces before testing.