Safety Flooring for Showers & Wet Areas
Safety flooring for showers and wet areas is designed for environments regularly exposed to water, where slip resistance, hygiene and reliable performance are important considerations.
PerSquare supplies Gerflor wet area flooring solutions across Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and throughout South Africa, backed by technical support from product selection and subfloor preparation through to final specification.
What Is Safety Flooring for Showers & Wet Areas?
Safety flooring for showers and wet areas is resilient flooring specifically designed for spaces where water is frequently present and reducing the risk of slipping is an important consideration.
These flooring solutions provide enhanced slip resistance in wet and barefoot environments while also supporting the hygiene, durability and maintenance requirements of demanding facilities.
Wet area safety flooring is commonly specified for showers, bathrooms, changing rooms and other areas exposed to regular water and moisture.
The correct flooring solution should be selected according to the application, expected use, slip resistance requirements and overall technical specification of the project.
Gerflor Safety Flooring for Wet Areas
Explore PerSquare’s current range of Gerflor safety flooring developed for wet and barefoot environments where slip resistance, hygiene and dependable performance are important.
Tarasafe H2O
Specialist safety flooring designed for barefoot wet areas, combining enhanced slip resistance with durable, hygienic performance for showers, changing rooms and other environments regularly exposed to water.
Choosing the Right Safety Flooring for Wet Areas
Selecting the right wet area flooring depends on how the space will be used, the level of water exposure and the slip resistance required. Hygiene, durability, maintenance and installation requirements should also form part of the specification.
PerSquare helps architects, designers, contractors and property owners identify the appropriate Gerflor safety flooring solution for the specific requirements of each project.
Application
Consider whether the flooring will be installed in showers, bathrooms, changing facilities or other areas regularly exposed to water.
Slip Resistance
Select flooring with appropriate slip resistance for the intended environment, particularly where floors are frequently wet or used by barefoot occupants.
Hygiene & Maintenance
Consider cleaning, hygiene, durability and ongoing maintenance requirements to ensure the flooring remains practical for the intended wet-area environment.
Explore Wet Area Flooring by Application
Wet environments place specific demands on flooring. Explore safety flooring solutions according to water exposure, slip resistance, hygiene and the practical requirements of the space.
Safer Flooring for Wet Care Environments
Bathrooms and shower areas in healthcare and assisted-care environments require flooring that supports slip resistance, hygiene and ease of maintenance under regular exposure to water.
Wet area safety flooring can form part of a considered flooring specification for patient bathrooms, accessible showers and other wet care environments.
Designed for Barefoot Wet Areas
Communal showers, changing rooms and leisure facilities require flooring designed for frequent water exposure and barefoot use.
Safety flooring provides enhanced slip resistance while supporting the durability, hygiene and maintenance requirements of demanding wet environments.
Compare Wet Area Flooring by Performance
The correct wet area flooring specification depends on how the space will be used and the conditions the floor will be exposed to. PerSquare can assist with evaluating safety flooring against the slip resistance, installation and performance requirements of your project.
Slip Resistance
Wet areas require flooring with appropriate slip resistance for the intended application, particularly in spaces exposed to frequent water and barefoot use.
Water Exposure
Consider how frequently the floor will be exposed to water and whether the area includes showers, changing facilities or other continuously wet environments.
Subfloor & Drainage
Correct subfloor preparation, falls and drainage are important considerations when planning flooring for showers and other wet areas.
Installation & Detailing
Wet area flooring requires careful installation and detailing around edges, corners, junctions and drainage points to support the performance of the completed flooring system.
Technical Support From Subfloor to Final Specification
The performance of wet area safety flooring depends on the complete flooring system. Subfloor condition, moisture, preparation, drainage, installation detailing and product selection all contribute to the performance of the finished floor.
PerSquare provides technical support throughout the specification process, helping project teams identify the appropriate Gerflor flooring solution and understand the preparation and installation requirements for wet environments.
Wet Area Flooring Downloads & Technical Resources
Access product information, technical specifications and supporting documentation for Gerflor safety flooring for showers and wet areas.
Product Brochures & Catalogues
Technical Data & Specifications
Installation & Maintenance Guides
Environmental & Certification Documents
Not Sure Which Wet Area Flooring Solution Is Right for Your Project?
Tell us about your application, wet area requirements and project environment. PerSquare can help identify the appropriate Gerflor safety flooring solution and provide guidance throughout the specification process.