Stair Treads and Nosing FAQs

Anti-slip stair treads and nosing are designed to reduce the risk of slipping and falling, especially in areas where the surface may become wet due to water, oil or other liquids. They are commonly used outdoors on staircases and indoors in factories and manufacturing sites. The anti-slip stair treads are also often found at railway stations, schools, communal areas in flats, offices, pubs and more.

Our range of stair treads and nosing are manufactured from stainless steel with a grit coating which is hand painted onto the surface.

We list black, yellow and black and yellow stair treads on our website. The stair treads and nosing can also be purchased in grey, please contact our team for this.

There is not a requirement for a specific colour however UK building regulations (Part M) require nosings to be of a contrasting material to the colour of the stairs.

Yes, we can provide customised solutions as these are manufactured in the UK, please contact our team with your request.

As they are produced from stainless steel we would not recommend amending the size yourself.

The stainless steel stair treads and nosing offers a lower profile then most other treads on the market. The low profile reduces the risk of trip hazards, especially for those with disabilities. Due to the durable design, they also assist to protect the step from damage.

In the UK, Part M and Part K Building Regulations 2010 focus on stair nosing and treads. 55mm nosing is required to comply with regulations. BS 8300:2001 Design of buildings and their approaches to meet the needs of disabled people also covers the topic. In the workplace, The Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 focus on reducing the risks of slips in the workplace.

To comply with building regulations you will need to select an option with 55mm deep nosing. The colour should be contrasting to the step, for example you could purchase one our our contrasting stair treads or select nosing which is contrasting to your step colour. For example, if you have a black step you could select the yellow nosing. In line with Part K Regulations, the difference in light reflective value (LRV) should be of sufficient points to allow users to distinguish between the two elements.

The black version is 9005, the yellow version is 00 A 05 whilst the yellow is 08 E 51.

The Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 requires employers to ensure the health of safety of all employees which includes reducing the risk of slips and trips in the workplace. The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 requires employers to assess risks (including slip and trip risks) and, where necessary, take action to address them. Where steps are likely to become slippery, such as external stairways or internal steps frequently exposed to water or other liquids (common in environments like factories, restaurants, and similar settings), it is often advisable to install anti-slip surfaces. These surfaces significantly enhance safety by reducing the likelihood of slip-related incidents.

As an online business we only sell stair treads and nosing, we do not install it.