Find the right anti-slip tiles for your next renovation project!

When it comes to selecting the right tiles for your new space, there are many things to consider including the design, size, and also slip resistance. Most floor tiles come with an anti-slip rating in the form of 'R’-values. But what do these anti-slip ratings mean?

Here is our quick guide about anti-slip tile ratings and where to use each grade accordingly.

What are anti-slip ratings?

The anti-slip ratings on tiles come in the form of an 'R'-value that stands for 'Ramp Test'. The test is conducted by an individual walking on a wet oil surface on a ramp while being held by a harness. The ramp will gradually raise at various angles until the person slips, which then determines the tile rating values:

This rating value ranges from ‘R9’ as the lowest degree to ‘R13’ as the highest slip resistance.

R9 

Paris Series - 600 x 600 mm 

R9 graded tiles have the lowest amount of slip resistance properties compared to other higher ratings. Ideally, R9 tiles are only suitable for dry areas applications such as living rooms or hallways, preferably indoor areas, and should not be used for outdoors or wet environments.

View our R9 anti-slip tile collection here.

R10

Priorato Series - 200 x 1200 mm

Often found in matt or textured finishes, R10 rated tiles provide moderate anti-slip resistance and are perfect for areas with occasional spills or wetness incurred such as kitchens and bathrooms in residential settings.

Shop our R10 graded tiles here.

R11 & R12

X-Rock Series - 300 x 600, 600 x 600, and 600 x 1200 mm (R11) 

R11 and R12 graded tiles feature a rougher surface than other tiles' ratings, making them ideal for both wet and outdoor floor applications. They also have a durable and hard-wearing finish, which makes them a good fit for high-traffic areas in most commercial spaces.

Stone Capital Series - 300 x 600 mm (R12)

Browse our full selection of R11 & R12 anti-slip tile ratings here.

R13

R13 value tiles have the strongest anti-slip resistance grip among the rest. They are typically used for areas with a high presence of water or outdoor commercial settings that is wet most of the time, such as swimming pools surrounding and public showers.