Construction example: Terrazzo tile floor anti-slip (Slip Out ME method)

In May 2006, we performed slip-resistant processing using the Slip-Out (ME method) on the entrance floor of the Tenrikyo Asahi Grand Church located in Tai-sho Town, Tenri City, Nara Prefecture. The flooring material is terrazzo tile, which is quite slippery and poses a danger when wet. While terrazzo tiles have the advantage of being visually appealing and easy to clean and maintain, these qualities also contribute to their slipperiness. To meet the client's request to reduce slipping without altering the landscape or appearance, we used the Slip-Out method to create macro-level holes in the flooring material (widening the gaps). The work was carried out in a manner that allowed for pedestrian access, and on the day of the work, we completed the project while advising visitors, "The floor is wet and slippery, so please be careful."


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・This method treats the surface of tiles and natural stones with solvents without compromising aesthetics, making them less slippery during rainy or humid conditions. ・The construction period is very short, allowing the site to be opened immediately after completion. The treatment solvent expands the existing gaps on the floor surface, forming cup-like structures, which, combined with the surface tension of water (preventing molecules from separating) and external pressure (from feet) applied to the water surface, creates a capillary phenomenon that suppresses slipping.