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Does anybody know of an easy and cheap way to add texture to latex paint to make it non-slip? I'm making an accesible shower that requiers a step up into it, and the steps are wood... I would really like to have the grip texture match the rest of the color of the paint... I was thinking of sprinkling coarse sand into a coat of wet paint and then after it dries apply another coat. I really need to avoid the strips of tape similar to the stuff thats on skateboards per homeowner request. And the budget is basically zero dollars so I'm looking for something I might already have... Any ideas or tips?
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OR add sand to the paint prior to putting it down. Epoxy Seal or something like that is available at the BORGs with an additive like that. (That is to say you can buy the additive separately)Enco 12" RT table saw(with router table currently added to right wing), Central Machinary 6" jointer, Delta 16" (17-900) drill press, Ridgid 14" bandsaw, Jet bench top Mortising machine, Porter Cable 6901 series routers (2) and a wide variety of Ryobi 18v tools. -
Sherwin williams sells (I think, at least) an additive that makes the paint grippy. (http://www.sherlink.com/sher-link/ca....do?dp=1078740) taht might not work. You can addit it to most paints. Don't know the cost, but if they have a store near you, go and ask about it. Other paint companies probably sell similar products.
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After dealing with a bunch of lawyers last week on some contractual items and then reading a bunch of accessibility code and legal suits about accessibility over the last couple days I feel the need to caution you. (My head still hurts)
Slip and fall cases are pretty common. You might save a little now, but it can come back to bite you big time later. Not to mention someone actually getting hurt either.ErikComment
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I roll my shop floor every two years with porch and floor paint. It is slippery as a baby's butt if you leave it as is. A dog walking across will lose traction and slip.
As mentioned.. the Box stores sell a small box of gritty (probably mostly sand) material to add to the paint. Just add some and stir it in before applying the paint. You hand to play with amounts as I find it can get too gritty if you use the whole package.Comment
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I did some calling around and was blessed with a sample of some really hard rubber stuff that you sprinkle on between coats of paint... I only have to do one step so a sample is plenty... thanks for the input!Comment
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Not directly related to the question - but if oil, silicone or WD-40 type of oil is spilled on a kitchen floor or even garage, and it is still slippery after cleaning it up - sprinkle some Comet or AJAX and wipe it around and then wipe it up.
ON the other hand if you are used to dragging your feet slightly as you walk, this will stop that!
It grips well, at least it has worked this way for me!
Last edited by leehljp; 03-13-2008, 09:36 AM.Hank Lee
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I'm gonna go see if that will work on transmission fluid... perfect timing for that tip as I just dropped a quart on my driveway lolComment
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The paint store will sell an additive, which is basically sand, or you can buy non-slip specific paint.Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work. - Thomas EdisonComment
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Will it counter the stain Lee, or just clean it up. I have a spot or two in my drive-way I used oil-dry on. I have tried about everything attempting to draw out the stain, including bleach. Some came up.. but not all. I finally decide to spend my time on something more fruit-ful that could be accomplished.
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The purpose is not to counter the stain OR clean it up per se - It knocks the "slippery" off. . . so that one does not fall on their tush.Will it counter the stain Lee, or just clean it up. I have a spot or two in my drive-way I used oil-dry on. I have tried about everything attempting to draw out the stain, including bleach. Some came up.. but not all. I finally decide to spend my time on something more fruit-ful that could be accomplished.
Regards...Last edited by leehljp; 03-13-2008, 09:32 AM.Hank Lee
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Try a pool supply store, I believe they have a pre-mixed variant of what you want. And the texture is probably better distributed than a DIY variation.
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Your local paint store likely sells a bag of sand that can be sprinkled on right after painting. It will sink into the paint layer, become the same color as the paint and be a slip free surface. Back when I worked in the farm chemical industry we had one truck that had a smooth steel bed. Each year when we repainted the bed we used a bag of sand right after painting. The slip free surface lasted until it was ground off with a wire brush each winter.Donate to my Tour de Cure
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Thanks to all who have given me direction...
I tried that sample on a scrap piece that I had and I really dont like how it turned out at all. It looks like somebody spilled eraser shavings into wet paint and it doesnt seem like it will last very long.
I gave a call to the pool store and they sell paint by the quart that has grit in it already and its only like $10 so thats the route I'm going to go.Comment
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I mixed in glass bead blasting beads when i epoxied my garage floors, and it has worked like a champ. I believe that is actually what is in the "anti slip textures" that are sold in Lowe's and home depot for the patio and porch paint. Feels the same to me. You can get a load of that stuff for cheap from Harbor Freight.
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