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Month: March 2023

Nano G Anti-slip Treatment For Swimming Pool Decks

Why Anti-Slip Treatment for Swimming Pool Decks Are Compulsory

While there are no regulatory bodies to ensure swimming pools are treated with anti-slip solutions, premises are at a disadvantage in the eyes of the law should accidents happen due to failure to adhere to the standard of care.

Not only are swimming pools a popular destination for people of all ages, but it has also become a standard facility and amenity to be included in upcoming high-rise residential or SOHO buildings to boost the value of their listings. Whether the swimming pool is there to serve its primary function to provide recreation to people, or its latent function to up the ante of the premise, swimming pool contractors and premise owners want to ensure that there are no unpleasant incidents or fatal accidents surrounding the pool that will repel future visitors, buyers, or investors. Thus, on top of prioritising safety when designing and installing swimming pool decks, one other way to ensure safety is to invest in anti-slip treatment for the area.

Why is anti-slip so important for pool decks?

Wet surfaces are one of the top causes of accidents and injuries around swimming pools. Not surprisingly, swimming pool decks are always wet due to the sheer number of people getting in and out of the pool multiple times throughout the day. Now, consider the setting of a public pool that is child-friendly, with children running or playing games around a wet swimming pool deck. Left untreated, the deck itself becomes a fatal safety hazard for all guests. This makes anti-slip treatments absolutely necessary for swimming pool decks to create a slip-resistant surface that is safe for all guests. Regular maintenance also helps prolong the lifespan of pool decks by preventing erosion and damages caused by excessive exposure to moisture and weathering factors.

While slips and falls are a matter of probability, there are ample strategies you can adopt so to not contribute to the number of such accidents in recreational areas.

Did you know that pool tiles are not slippery when they are first laid? So how did they get so slippery over time? You see, through gradual use of the swimming pool, the pools develop oil slicks – not from drilling rigs or tankers, but from the natural oils produced by the human body and the usage of skin lotions. When a person dips into the pool, the natural oils from their body floats to the swimming pool water’s surface. Even though the swimming pool filter does its job to filter out these oils, nothing can be done to prevent the oils from being deposited onto the tiles surrounding the pool as patrons splash around, enter, and exit the swimming pool.

Natural oils aside, another slippery threat that develops around the pool over time are lichen and moss, as well as airborne dust particles that settle on the surface to form a thin layer invisible to the eye. These additional lubricants decrease the original friction of the tiles on swimming pool decks, thereby increasing the chances of slips and falls.

Nano G Anti-slip Treatment For Swimming Pool Decks Sisal Carpet

Sisal carpets are popularly used on pool decks as a slip-and-fall preventive method. However, it is hard to clean and will trap bacteria and dirt over time. Source: https://aslanogloucc.gr/en/

When should you apply the anti-slip treatment?

Ideally, anti-slip treatments should be applied when the pool deck is being installed or refinished. However, if the deck has not been treated but the swimming pool is already open to public/private usage, it is never too late to start now as there are ways to minimise obstruction. After all, depending on the frequency of foot traffic on the pool deck, anti-slip treatments should be reapplied every few years to maintain optimal slip resistance.

Moreover, please do not hesitate to communicate to your patrons and customers about your efforts in slip-proofing the premise and the care your management has taken to ensure that the solutions are human-safe and environmentally friendly. This will boost their confidence in your facilities, enabling them to have a more enjoyable time by the poolside with peace of mind. On top of that, anti-slip treatments are a safety feature that can serve as an extra selling point to promote your business or the premise, as it is a feature that your competitors may not have considered earlier.

Types of anti-slip solutions available for swimming pool decks

There are several types of anti-slip treatments available in the market for swimming pool decks, and most of them are centered around the concept of applying coatings and sealants on the to provide a slip-resistant barrier that improves traction. Occasionally, additives are mixed with these sealers and coatings to create a rougher surface texture that increases grip. 

The downsides of the aforementioned treatments are the permanent changes to the aesthetics and texture of the surface, as well as the inconvenient and intrusive process that disrupts business, not to mention the potential health hazards associated with the chemicals involved.

Thankfully, we exist so that you don’t have to endure the expensive trial and error to test the available options in the market. If you’re looking for a long-term solution, Nano-G’s Nanotechnology Anti-Slip Floor Coating is the perfect solution that considers your personal and business pain points while addressing the key problem; slippery swimming pool decks.

Here’s what our customer has to say about the quality of our solution and workmanship in the slip-proofing of a swimming school that takes in children as students.

Nano-G SIRIM Certified

Numbers do not lie, and neither does the report outcome of stringent scientific tests and procedures performed with our anti-slip solution.

Nano G Anti-slip Treatment For Swimming Pool Decks Celebrity Sharifah Shahirah

Our anti-slip solution does not alter the appearance of treated surfaces.

Nano-G Anti-Slip Floor Coating guarantees no-hacking and zero damages to your property in the process of making your floors slip resistant. Our solution is well-known in the market to be the safest and least intrusive method, certified by SIRIM and NanoVerify. The solution we use is a clear coating that does not change the appearance of the surface, and is extremely low maintenance on top of being waterproof and dustproof – all thanks to the power of nanotechnology. This way, we can also effectively prevent bacteria and mould from building up on top or beneath the coating.

Conclusion

Whether your pool is there for your own recreation or exists as part of a business, safety is the number one factor which you cannot compromise on. Anti-slip treatments are a small price to pay, compared to the cost of a lawsuit and other damages to the reputation of your premises due to a lapse in judgement and management. 

Customers who had a slip and fall accident on your business premise are entitled to make an injury claim against you. Stay alert, read more:

Nano-G 5 Ways Your Swimming Pool is Safer with Nano-G Anti-Slip Solution
Nano G Waterproofing Retail Shop

Protecting Your New Retail Store Investment From Water Leakage Problems

Waterproofing is good for business. By keeping water leakage problems out of your retail store, you’re protecting your inventory and avoiding costly repairs down the line.

Investing in a retail store is a different ballgame compared to running an ecommerce business – there are aspects to the security and safety of your physical goods and assets you have to deal with to ensure that your investment does not result in a loss. While most, if not all retail store owners have insurance policies to protect their assets from fires and floods, which are way less likely to take place compared to a water leakage problem, many business owners fail to consider the business benefits of waterproofing their premises. While water leakage problems seem trivial, the damage they cause can be extensive and costly to repair, interrupting your business in the process and causing you loss of revenue.

How do water leakage problems damage retail businesses?

Water leakage can happen from many things, and contrary to popular belief, the main cause is often NOT leaky pipes or poor piping. In fact, we receive the highest number of calls from customers to solve their water leakage problems during the monsoon season.

Having said that, the areas of your premises that are most prone to water leakage problems are in fact roofs, ceilings, and walls – both interior and exterior. On top of being exposed to constant rainfall from Malaysia’s tropical weather, water leakage problems also happen due to leakages from your neighbour’s units!

Unresolved water leakage can lead to a range of issues that can be expensive to deal with, and they include mould growth, structural damage, and damage to inventory, equipment, and merchandise – all of which can add up to significant loss of profits and a scarred reputation.

Nano G Waterproofing Retail Shop Storage Water Damage

This woman in Singapore was left heartbroken as about ​​$16k worth of valuables (approx RM53K) were water damaged,  rusted and feasted with mould growth after being kept in a storage unit for a year. Source: Straits Times 

The extent of the damage to retail business depends on the severity of water intrusion and how quickly it is addressed. The more quickly the water leakage problem is resolved, the less damage done. In tropical countries like Malaysia where it is warm and humid throughout the year, retail shops affected by water damage face the risk of business disruptions from giving a poor impression to customers due to the uncomfortable humidity and musty odor that negatively affects their shopping experience.

Nano G Waterproofing Retail Shop Water Leakage

Local malls must take precautions against the Malaysian weather, particularly during the rainy season, or there would be water leaks. As seen here in Paradigm Mall, janitors are working hard to clean water puddles caused by in-building leaks. Source: https://www.propsocial.my/topic/178/water-leaking-at-paradigm-mall-posted-by-nicholas-ng

How does Nano-G solve water leakage problems for retail businesses?

Fixing a leaky ceiling or concrete flat roof in your retail store does not necessarily drain your business’ sinking funds. Nano-G leverages the power of nanotechnology for an effective no-hacking, dust-free, and non-toxic waterproofing solution that retains surface breathability, unlike other contractors that merely seal the surface with a film or require extensive renovations to address the leakage. 

Nano-G Nanotechnology Waterproofing comes with a satisfaction guarantee, doesn’t involve difficult steps, messy renovations, or chemical injections on floors, walls, or ceilings. Instead, we use a thin – but powerful layer of water-based nanotechnology solution that only takes 24 hours to cure.

This means that the process can be carried out without affecting your business as usual or disrupt customer experience during your opening hours!

Nano-G’s Waterproofing Is Hospital-Grade 

Our hospital-grade Nanotechnology 4th Generation Waterproofing solution is the only nanotechnology solution in the market that is approved by the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH). The safeness of our revolutionary solution has also earned us the Green Label certification. 

So, how is such a thin layer so powerful? Here’s the science behind our solution, simplified.

You see, Nano-G’s nanotechnology waterproofing solution adheres to the surface and creates a water repellent barrier by seeping into the pores and capillaries of the treated surface, coating every surface area inside with hydrophobic particles. Since the solution is not an external film or a physical layer, it is UV resistant, therefore not subject to weathering damage or wear and tear.

Thus, our waterproofing solution can be applied to walls, roofs, and windows – providing a high level of protection against water damage, UV damage, and discolouration over time which is perfect for any retail store.

When is the best time to waterproof a retail store?

The best time to waterproof your retail store is always during the renovation period when  the building is exposed, making it easier to identify areas that are vulnerable to water damage. Waterproofing should also be done before any finishing works such as painting, putting up wallpapers, or installing flooring. This will prevent any potential water damage to ruin the aesthetics of your interior design as well.

Conclusion

Waterproofing your newly acquired retail store is a crucial step in securing your business, and should be added into your business cost before water damages cause unexpected financial crises. 

Contact us now to get a FREE inspection and quotation for our waterproofing service – money-back guaranteed!

Want to learn more about Nano-G’s Nanotechnology Waterproofing? Read on here:

Nano-G 4th Gen Hospital-Grade Nanotechnology Waterproofing Solution
Nano-G's Water Stain Related Article

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