Rails and Other Installations
GRAB RAILS
Grab Rails of various colours and textures are traditionally installed in the home, in areas such as toilets, showers and bath walls, they will also be seen wall mounted beside steps, on architraves, and doorways.
STUDREACH RAILS
A Studreach rail is a safety grab rail system favoured by builders and councils alike. Due to the modular nature of the safety grab rail system there is a solution to suit most situations without having to make a custom rail. The Studreach rail is AS 1428:1 approved and can be confidently used both domestically and commercially.
NON-SLIP SURFACES
There are a number of options when trying to combat the problems associated with slippery floors. Here are a few that may be suitable for your client’s situations:
Slippery Unsightly Concrete
Concrete will become slippery when a build up of fine particles of dirt occurs and moss spores are prevalent. We use a method where we kill the spores by blasting them and leaving a clean surface with greatly improved slip resistance. If left in this state the spores may build up on the concrete and start the cycle all over again. To assist in preventing this we would prepare the concrete with an acid mix and paint the concrete with a quality textured paint finish. This painted finish is available in a number of colours and will provide a long lasting, slip resistant finish with little need of maintenance other than an occasional wash with a mild soap.
Slippery Brick or Slate Surface
There are occasions where you may wish to reduce the “slipperiness” of brick work or slate. In the instance where your client is fond of its current appearance we can treat the surfaces with a clear coating that uses the slip resistant qualities of finely crushed glass particles. When the surfaces are properly prepared, this surface will offer years of maintenance free service, while retaining the good looks of stone and brick work.
Slippery Vinyl Floor
There will be situations where your clients will want to replace existing slippery vinyl flooring. The “slipperiness” in most cases will be due to the floor cleaners that have a silicone base which assists in maintaining the shine of the flooring. The solution here is to cease using this silicone based cleaner which will reduce the “slipperiness” or you may suggest to your client that there are several non-slip vinyl products that can replace the existing vinyl whilst offering 2-3 times the slip resistance.
Slippery Shower Bases
We can treat an existing base or replace with a non-slip shower insert.
Other Installations
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Custom Height Bed Legs
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Chair Raising Platforms
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In-Fills – Rubber or Timber
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Door Magnets and Posts
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Door Reversals / Ross Safety Hinges / Lift Off Hinges
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Sensor Lights
