Construction example: Bathroom (nursing home/care facility) anti-slip (Slip Out ME method)

In September 2010, slip-resistant processing was carried out on the tiled floor of the bathing area at Sakai City Hattasou Nursing Home in Nakaku, Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, using the Slip Out (ME method). Although the flooring material is generally considered to be slip-resistant, the sebum of the elderly is harder and more difficult to remove compared to that of younger individuals. As a result, the sebum from bathers coated the surface of the tiles and got trapped in the small gaps between the slight binding particles, causing a slippery surface that led to falls. To meet the administrator's request to suppress slipping without changing the appearance or aesthetics, we implemented the Slip Out method to create macro-level holes (widening the gaps) in the flooring material. After completion of the work, the area was immediately usable, and with a total area of 30 square meters, it was possible to accommodate the limited construction time from 10 AM to 12 PM.


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・This method treats the surface of tiles and natural stones with solvents without compromising their aesthetic appearance, making them less slippery during rain or damp conditions. ・The construction period is very short, and the site can be opened immediately after construction. The treatment solvent expands the existing gaps on the floor surface, forming a cup-like structure, which, combined with the surface tension of water (preventing molecules from attracting and separating) and the capillary phenomenon caused by external pressure (such as feet) on the water surface, helps to reduce slipping.