Warehouse anti-slip solutions – floor coatings, anti-slip matting, strips, stair nosings and cable mats – keep aisles, ramps and walkways safe where pedestrians, forklifts and load carriers share tight spaces. Water from roller doors, oil from vehicles, scraps of stretch film and dust all make the floor slippery – and a fall here can quickly have serious consequences.
For cold stores: cold-insulated winter safety boots (CI) with thermal lining.
We help you make walkways, ramps, stairs and workstations in your warehouse safe in a targeted way. Depending on the area, coatings, anti-slip matting, markings or floor plates may be the right choice. The best solution depends on loading, substrate and cleaning. This page gives you an overview of typical slip hazards and possible measures.
Typical slip hazards in warehousing and logistics
- Areas by roller shutters and high-speed doors where rain and snow are carried in
- Aisles and walkways with oil or hydraulic fluid from forklifts
- Picking stations with scraps of film, paper and cardboard
- Stairs to mezzanines, offices and racking systems
- Loose cables at charging stations and mobile workstations
- Freezer and chilled areas with frost and condensation
- Loading bays and transitions to dock levellers
Many of these spots only get noticed once something has already happened. A walk-round focusing on water, contamination and walking routes helps identify the priorities. Involve your staff too – they usually know exactly where it regularly gets slippery.
Warehouse anti-slip: suitable solutions
The following solutions can be used individually or in combination. Which measure makes sense depends on the area concerned.
Making a warehouse floor non-slip
Large warehouse floors can be treated with anti-slip floor coatings. Aggregates such as quartz grit create a grippy surface, and there are forklift-rated versions for areas with fork-truck traffic. On floors that are already coated, we recommend a compatibility test.
Slip-resistant warehouse walkways
Clearly marked walkways separate pedestrians from vehicle traffic. Slip-resistant floor marking does both: it makes the route visible and provides better grip. For emergency exits, photoluminescent escape route marking is also an option.
Anti-slip matting for logistics centres
Anti-slip mats are suitable for workstations, packing benches and transitions. For heavy loads, such as setting down pallets or load carriers, there is a heavy-duty anti-slip mat. It also helps to reduce load shifting.
Securing stairs and mezzanines
Stairs to storage mezzanines and offices are a common accident spot. Anti-slip stair nosings secure the step edge and make it stand out visually. On steel mezzanines with chequer plate, an anti-slip coating for chequer plate helps.
Covering cables safely
Cables often lie on the floor at charging stations and mobile workstations. A non-slip cable mat covers them and reduces the risk of tripping.
Anti-slip strips for ramps and transitions
For smaller areas, ramps and thresholds, anti-slip strips are a good option. They can be applied precisely where it often gets slippery.
Selection: what matters
Slip resistance: The German workplace rule ASR A1.5 requires floors in workplaces that can be walked on safely. Annex 2 of ASR A1.5 lists slip resistance classes from R9 to R13 for many work areas. Testing is carried out to DIN EN 16165:2023; older data often refer to DIN 51130. Use these values as guidance and compare them with your risk assessment.
Substrate: Concrete, epoxy, asphalt, steel plate or grating each require different products. Tell us the substrate and its condition so that we can propose suitable solutions.
Cleaning: Warehouses are often cleaned by machine. The surface should be grippy but remain suitable for your scrubber-driers.
Fixing: Self-adhesive strips are ideal for quick retrofits. Coatings make sense for large areas. Plates are screwed or bonded; mats can be loose-laid or fixed.
How your enquiry works
- You describe the areas concerned, the substrate and the type of loading – ideally with photos and dimensions.
- We propose suitable products and clarify questions on slip resistance, trafficability and fixing.
- You receive an individual quotation, including for custom-made and cut-to-size solutions if required.
Suitable products
A selection from our range. We will be happy to provide sizes, versions, prices and delivery times on request.
Hog Heaven interlocking anti-fatigue mat, yellow border
Item no. DD-MA-44498
Modular anti-fatigue mat made of end and middle sections for long work lines in production, logistics and workshops, including where oil, grease or chemicals are present.
- 19 mm, nitrile rubber with foam core
- Can be extended to any length, yellow striped border
- Certified as slip-resistant by the NFSI
Panda ergonomic mat (open)
Item no. DD-FM-PANDA
Simple workplace mat with an open structure for industrial workstations; starter, middle and end sections can be combined to cover longer areas.
- Open structure, 153 x 91 cm
- Starter, middle and end sections
Infinity Bubble workplace mat
Item no. DD-ERG-IN
Ergonomic anti-fatigue standing mat made from foamed polyurethane with a bubble surface. Relieves feet, legs and back during long periods of standing; the moulded edges do not curl up.
- Foamed PU, closed-cell surface
- Approx. 14.5 mm thick
- Reaction to fire class Cfl-s1 (EN 13501-1)
Anti-slip mat Exact for industry and transport
Item no. DD-AK-EXACT-SCHWARZ
Universal anti-slip mat with a close-meshed grid fabric (approx. 0.5 × 0.5 cm) for trades, industry, transport and retail. Holds its shape, hard-wearing, approx. 2.5 mm thick and washable at 60 °C. No grip when wet.
- Tested by TÜV SÜD
- Roll 30 m × 120 cm
- Mats 40 × 120 cm (pack of 40) and 90 × 120 cm (pack of 16)
Conformable anti-slip tape
Item no. DD-GRP-3000025-YE
Conformable anti-slip tape for uneven surfaces such as chequer plate. Suitable for metal sheet, profiles and other uneven substrates.
- For uneven substrates, e.g. chequer plate
- Conforms to profiles and edges
- Rolls 25/50/100 mm x 18 m
Anchor Safe forklift mat
Item no. DD-MA-4253
Robust fibre mat with rubber backing for doorways where forklifts drive into the building from outside. It picks up water and dirt from the wheels, reducing the slip risk inside the warehouse.
- SBR rubber backing with moisture barrier
- 115 x 170 cm, 8.6 mm
- Optional drainage border
Superdry Heavy Traffic entrance mat for forklift traffic
Item no. DD-CB-WHT010005
Absorbent carpet entrance mat with rubber backing for warehouse doors with forklift traffic. The waffle structure picks up water and dirt from the wheels, reducing the risk of slipping and skidding on the warehouse floor.
- PP carpet with rubber backing, 10 mm
- Waffle pattern absorbs moisture from forklift wheels
- For forklifts driving straight ahead, indoors wet/dry
Orthomat Premium anti-fatigue mat
Item no. DD-CB-FF010003
Two-layer workplace mat made from PVC foam with a hard-wearing, textured top layer. Provides relief during long periods of standing at production lines, packing stations and workbenches and insulates against cold concrete floors.
- Open-cell PVC foam, 12.5 mm
- Bevelled edges, also available in black/yellow
- Reaction to fire class Dfl-s1 (BS EN 13501-1)
CablePro HD cable protector
Item no. DD-CB-CP010001
Heavy-duty PVC cable protector with ramps for areas with vehicle and forklift traffic. Channels for thick cables and a pre-slit underside make it easy to insert cables; suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
- Load capacity up to 1500 kg
- 23 mm cable channels
- Ramped edges, loose-laid
Suitable safety footwear
For smooth warehouse floors, order picking and forklift traffic: light, flexible models with ESD properties and a slip-resistant PU/TPU sole.
Safety shoe K-CROSS (S3)
item no. DD-BS-CA-B1011-0WA
- Protection class: S3 ESD SRC
- Sole: Adaptive TPU sole (trainer style)
- Sizes: 36-48
Safety shoe COSMOS (S3S)
item no. DD-BS-CA-B1503-0WA
- Protection class: S3S ESD FO SR
- Sole: Treaded PU sole
- Sizes: 39-48
Safety shoe FRESH (S1P)
item no. DD-BS-CA-B0871-CWE
- Protection class: S1P ESD SRC
- Sole: Ultra-flexible PU/TPU sole
- Sizes: 36-50
FAQ: warehouse anti-slip protection
How can I make my warehouse floor non-slip?
You can make a warehouse floor non-slip with an anti-slip coating for large areas, or with anti-slip strips, mats or floor plates for individual spots. The deciding factors are the substrate, vehicle traffic and cleaning method.
Which anti-slip flooring is suitable for a logistics centre?
The right anti-slip flooring for a logistics centre depends on the area: trafficable coatings are common on aisles, mats help at packing stations and stair nosings on stairs. A combination often makes sense.
How can slip-resistant walkways be marked in a warehouse?
Slip-resistant floor markings make walkways visible and improve grip, clearly separating pedestrians from forklift traffic.
What should I consider for anti-slip protection in a cold store?
In a cold store, make sure the material and adhesive are suitable for low temperatures, because frost and condensation can make the floor slippery. Tell us the temperature ranges so that we can check suitable versions with the corresponding test evidence on request.
Would you like to make your warehouse or logistics centre safer? Describe the areas that concern you and we will check which warehouse anti-slip solution suits your site.