Product evidence can fail through the wrong test method, the wrong sample or the wrong application. Learn how laboratory testing supports better wet-area surface selection
P and D ratings are laboratory classifications produced by different AS 4586:2013 test methods. Learn what each rating means and why they are not interchangeable.
Outdoor pedestrian products should be tested before installation where wet use is expected. AS 4586:2013 testing helps confirm suitability before site risk begins.
Laboratory testing to AS 4586:2013 confirms P and D classifications before installation. Early certification protects project timelines and prevents expensive remediation.
Late booking of AS 4586 testing can delay certification. Testing the final surface system is critical.
Learn when flooring products should be re-tested for slip resistance and why one result rarely covers a full product range.
Colour, grit and finish change slip resistance. Learn why P-ratings vary across tile ranges and coatings
Slip resistance varies across colours and finishes. Learn why one AS 4586 test cannot certify an entire product line.
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,
Accurate slip resistance results start before the test begins. This guide outlines how to prepare your samples for AS 4586 testing – covering size, cleaning,
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