Slip protection with stair nosing profiles

According to insurance companies, accidents due to slipping, stumbling or losing footing have been a leading cause of injuries for years. Accidents on stairs make up a large part of these statistics. This shows how important safe stairs are. 

While the law specifies precise safety mandates for commercial buildings, it is up to the owner to take sufficient precautions in private homes.

Schlüter®-TREP

Schlüter®-TREP stair nosing profiles, which are a color contrast from the remaining covering of the stair, help to recognize the edge of the step optically. The background is that most people climb stairs as part of their daily routine, which makes it a subconscious activity. In other words: people on stairs are thinking of something else. As a consequence, the first and last step is frequently not recognized on time, which causes most of the accidents. This makes the optical signal effect of stair nosings in different colors even more important. 

The front edges of the steps are the mechanically most exposed zones of a stair covering. Schlüter®-TREP profiles protect the edges of steps effectively from damage caused by mechanical impact. 

Schlüter®-TREP profiles are not just helpful for preventing accidents, but also allow for individual design options of staircases. Thanks to the wide range of different profile types, colors, and finishes, there are many design choices. The program includes something for every taste, with profiles ranging from plastic varieties with fluorescent inserts to timeless stainless steel versions.