Buff HFSRoundabout approach
High friction surfacing on all approaches, laid overnight under Chapter 8 traffic management.
Anti-slip coating that grips when it matters
Grip Tekk lays high friction surfacing and anti-slip coatings on roads, junctions, crossings, car park ramps, bus lanes, loading bays and walkways across the UK. Most areas are laid and back in use the same day.
- BBA HAPAS approved systems
- Chapter 8 traffic management
- Night and weekend working
- Fixed written quotes
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What anti-skid surfacing is, and why it works
Anti-skid surfacing, also called high friction surfacing (HFS) or anti-slip coating, is a tough resin binder topped with hard, sharp aggregate, usually calcined bauxite. It gives tyres and shoes far more to hold on to than worn tarmac or polished concrete.
That extra grip shortens braking distances and cuts slips exactly where people and vehicles need to stop or turn: approaches to junctions, roundabouts and pedestrian crossings, tight bends, steep ramps, bus stops, loading bays, footbridges and steps. Coloured aggregate lets the same surface mark out bus lanes, cycle lanes and pedestrian zones at the same time.
Every Grip Tekk job starts with a free site survey. We check the existing surface, measure the area and tell you plainly what it needs and what it will cost.
Book your free site surveyAnti-skid and anti-slip surfacing services
Specialist technicians and one proven resin-and-aggregate system, specified for whatever drives, rides or walks over it.
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Quote for roadsRoad and junction high friction surfacing
Buff or red HFS on approaches to junctions, roundabouts, bends and traffic signals, laid to highway specification for councils, highway authorities and principal contractors.
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Quote for lanesColoured bus lanes, cycle lanes and red routes
Red, green and buff surfacing that marks the lane and adds grip in a single application, installed under full traffic management with minimal disruption.
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Quote for crossingsPedestrian crossings and school zones
Anti-skid surfacing on the approach to zebra and signal-controlled crossings, school entrances and 20 mph zones, where every metre of stopping distance counts.
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Quote for car parksCar park ramps and decks
Anti-slip coatings for multi-storey ramps, spiral ramps and exposed top decks that turn slick in rain, frost and diesel spills. Keep vehicles and pedestrians on their feet.
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Quote for yardsLoading bays and industrial yards
Heavy-duty grip for HGV turning areas, dock approaches, forklift routes and yard slopes that see constant braking, turning and spillage.
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Quote for walkwaysWalkways, steps and footbridges
Anti-slip coating for footpaths, steps, access ramps, footbridges and platforms, in colours that highlight edges and nosings for safer, more accessible routes.
See what extra grip does to a stopping distance
Pick a speed and road condition, then hit the brakes. Both cars start braking at the same line, 35 metres before a zebra crossing.
- Worn tarmac
- 40.7 m
- Grip Tekk surface
- 23.3 m
- Stops sooner by
- 17.4 m
Illustrative braking distances, calculated from typical friction values for worn asphalt and high friction surfacing. Thinking distance is not included. Real-world results depend on tyres, vehicle, load and surface condition.
Worried about a junction, crossing or ramp on your patch?
Get it surveyed freeChoose a colour that does a job
Colour tells drivers, riders and pedestrians what a surface is for before they reach it. Tap a colour to see the finish.
How we lay anti-skid surfacing
Most sites are prepared, surfaced and reopened within a single shift, including nights and weekends.
Free site survey
We visit, measure, check the existing surface and the skid risk, and agree timing and access with you. You get a fixed written quote.
Traffic management and preparation
We set out Chapter 8 traffic management, then sweep, remove loose material and treat, patch or shot-blast the surface so the resin bonds properly.
Resin binder laid
A measured coat of resin binder goes down by hand or machine to the exact area, with clean edges at kerbs, ironwork and road markings.
Aggregate broadcast
Calcined bauxite or a coloured aggregate is spread over the wet resin until it's fully covered, then left to cure.
Sweep, check and reopen
Once cured, surplus stone is swept up, the finish is inspected and the area is handed back, usually within hours.
From polished and risky to gripped and safe
Drag the slider to compare a worn, polished surface with a fresh Grip Tekk anti-slip finish.
Before: worn surface
After: Grip Tekk
Same area, same day. Most jobs are prepared, coated and reopened within one shift.
Get a free surveyBuff HFS
Grey anti-slipMulti-storey spiral ramp
Anti-slip coating on a ramp that turned slick in the wet, with the car park kept part-open throughout.
Red HFSBus lane and crossing
Coloured high friction surfacing marking the lane and gripping the approach to a zebra crossing.
Black anti-slipExternal steps and access ramp
Anti-slip coating with contrasting nosings for safer, more accessible pedestrian routes.
Heavy dutyLoading bay approach
Heavy-duty anti-skid on an HGV turning area and dock slope with constant braking and spills.
Green anti-slipFootbridge deck
Fine-grade anti-slip finish on a footbridge that iced over in winter.
Who we surface for
Councils and highway authorities
High friction surfacing at accident hotspots, junction approaches, crossings and bus priority routes.
Principal and civils contractors
A reliable surfacing subcontractor who turns up on programme and hands back on time.
Car park operators
Anti-slip ramps and decks that cut claims and keep bays open through winter.
Schools, colleges and universities
Safer entrances, drop-off zones, paths and steps, laid in the holidays.
Hospitals and healthcare estates
Grip for ambulance bays, access ramps and busy pedestrian routes that can't close for long.
Logistics, retail and industrial sites
Hard-wearing surfaces for yards, service roads, loading bays and customer car parks.
Our promises to you
Fixed written price
The price we quote is the price you pay. No surprise extras once we're on site.
Call back within one working day
Send an enquiry and we'll ring you back within one working day to talk it through.
Free site survey
We visit, measure and check the surface for free, with no obligation to go ahead.
Reopened the same shift
Most areas are prepared, coated and back in use within a single shift, including nights and weekends.
Traffic management handled
We plan and set out Chapter 8 traffic management ourselves, so you don't have to arrange it.
Left clean and tidy
Surplus aggregate is swept up and removed. We leave your site as we found it, just safer.
Had a skid, slip or near miss on your site?
Send us a photo and a postcode. We'll tell you whether anti-skid surfacing will fix it and roughly what it involves.
Anti-skid surfacing contractors covering the whole UK
Grip Tekk technicians travel nationwide to install high friction surfacing, coloured surfacing and anti-slip coatings for public and private clients. Whether it's a single ramp or a programme of junction approaches across a county, we plan the work around your traffic, your tenants and your deadlines.
- London
- South East
- Oxfordshire
- Thames Valley
- Midlands
- East of England
- South West
- Wales
- North West
- Yorkshire
- North East
- Scotland
How long does anti-slip coating last?
Life depends on what goes over it. Feet are gentle, braking HGVs are not. Here's what to expect on a sound, well-prepared surface.
Ask about your siteWalkways, steps and footbridges8–12 yrs
Car park ramps and decks6–10 yrs
Roads, junctions and crossings5–10 yrs
Loading bays and HGV yards5–8 yrs
Typical service life only. Actual life depends on traffic volume, turning and braking forces, the condition of the surface underneath and the weather.
Anti-skid surfacing questions, answered
What is anti-skid surfacing?
Anti-skid surfacing, also called high friction surfacing (HFS), is a resin binder topped with a hard, sharp aggregate such as calcined bauxite. It gives tyres and footwear much more grip than worn tarmac or polished concrete, which shortens stopping distances and reduces slips.
How long does anti-skid surfacing last?
On a sound, well-prepared surface it typically lasts 5 to 10 years. Heavy braking and turning traffic wears it faster; car parks and walkways usually last longer. We'll give you a realistic expectation for your site at survey.
How soon can the area reopen?
Most cold-applied systems cure within a few hours, depending on temperature. The majority of our jobs are laid, swept and reopened within one shift.
Can it go over existing tarmac or concrete?
Yes, as long as the existing surface is sound. We check it during the free site survey and treat, patch or shot-blast it first where needed so the resin bonds properly.
What's the difference between anti-skid and anti-slip coating?
They use the same principle. "Anti-skid" or "high friction" usually describes surfaces for vehicles, where the aggregate is chosen for skid resistance under braking. "Anti-slip" usually describes pedestrian areas such as walkways, steps and ramps, where a finer aggregate can be used.
How much does anti-skid surfacing cost?
Price depends on the area, colour, condition of the existing surface, access and traffic management. We give you a fixed written price after a free site survey, so there are no surprises.
Do you provide traffic management?
Yes. We plan and set out Chapter 8 traffic management and can work nights and weekends to keep disruption to a minimum.
Get your free anti-skid surfacing quote
Tell us what needs surfacing and where. We'll come back within one working day to arrange a free site survey.
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