Lab Testing Insights
How to Certify a Product Line: Don’t Stop at One Tile
Certifying one tile finish doesn’t cover the rest of the range. Under AS 4586–2013, gloss, matt, honed, or sealed tiles may all deliver different slip
Certifying one tile finish doesn’t cover the rest of the range. Under AS 4586–2013, gloss, matt, honed, or sealed tiles may all deliver different slip
A slip resistance certificate only applies to the exact batch tested. Even if the product looks identical, a different batch must be tested separately. Add
Lab results don’t guarantee real-world safety. AS 4663–2013 testing confirms slip resistance of installed floors under actual use conditions.
Certifiers look for specific details in an AS 4586:2013 slip test report—standard references, NATA traceability, slider type, and finish condition. This guide outlines what’s required
Coatings can shift slip resistance by one or more P-ratings. This article explains why surfaces must be tested in their final, treated condition under AS
P and D ratings under AS 4586:2013 define how a surface performs under wet or dry conditions. This guide explains the testing methods, classification scales,
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