Sample Prep 101: What We Need – and What to Avoid

Sample quality drives valid AS 4586–2013 results. Send a minimum 200 × 200 mm tile per finish, clearly labeled and packed flat on a rigid backing so it can’t move or break in transit. Disclose any seals or coatings and note slider preferences (Slider 96/4S, Slider 55/TRL). Our Sample Prep Checklist prevents delays and protects your data.

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 ratings. Zerofal helps structure bundled tests so each finish is properly certified—protecting your brand and giving specifiers confidence.

Technical Insight – What Certifiers Look for in a Lab Test Report

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 and why it matters for compliance and approvals.

National Courier Service for Lab Test Samples

Sending samples for slip testing just got easier. Zerofal now offers a national courier service—freight is organised for you, with costs billed directly on your invoice.

What Actually Happens in a Slip Test Lab?

What really happens behind the scenes of a slip test? We walk you through the lab process – from sample prep to pendulum results and certification.