urpoolguru Posted April 5, 2011 Report Share Posted April 5, 2011 Having vinyl covered pool steps that match the rest of the liner offers the most visually appealing option for the pool owner. However the risk of slipping is significantly increased and many pool dealers do not want to build pools featuring covered steps as a result. The pool industry has tried several methods to overcome this issue with mixed results. The textured vinyl undermines the look most homeowners want and it offers little improvement in slip reduction and stains quite readily as there is no clear coat to protect the vinyl like you will find on printed material. The clear coats aids in protecting the vinyl but simultaneously increases the slickness on the material. Sadly there was no practical way to achieve both the look and slip resistance until now. Kayden Manufacturing in Hackensack, NJ recently introduced a spray on epoxy that your Pool Professional can apply directly on the vinyl covered treads of your pool steps. The epoxy has grit mixed into it after applying two coats to the surface of the top two treads you will have the most slip resistant surface available. Ask your pool professional to check it out and quote you on the solution to end your slippery step issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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