Winter Safety for Stairs and Paths

No more slipping and sliding on icy surfaces: winter-proof your outdoor stairs and paths now.

The certified R13 anti-slip mat used by professionals outdoors. No freezing over, no puddles, maximum grip – even in snow and ice.

Why do conventional mats fail in winter?

You know the feeling: the first frost arrives and the path to your front door becomes a nerve-wracking walk. Cheap rubber mats from the DIY store go rock-hard in the cold or turn into an ice rink themselves because of standing water. Road salt harms the environment and your shoes – and is even completely banned in many cities, such as Berlin, Munich, Cologne, Frankfurt, Leipzig, Dortmund, Essen, Bremen and Hanover.

The danger: a fall on stairs or paths can have serious consequences. Don’t take this risk in icy conditions any longer.

Professional technology: why our non-slip outdoor mats work

At Antirutschprofi we rely on industrial standards. Our non-slip outdoor safety mats for professionals are made of a special PVC granulate fused onto a tear-resistant backing mesh. This makes all the difference in Icy winter conditions:

• The “claw effect” (R13): The highest slip resistance rating significantly improves grip in wet and slushy conditions; on ice, it does not replace winter gritting and clearing.
• The drainage effect: Thanks to the open structure, meltwater drains away immediately. No layer of ice forms on the mat.
• The ice-breaker effect: The flexible mat gives slightly when stepped on. Thin layers of ice break up immediately instead of forming a smooth surface.

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Professional non-slip mats for winter

1. ❄️ Winter-proof & frost-resistant Does not rot and does not crack in sub-zero temperatures.
2. 💧 Water-permeable No puddles, no waterlogging, no mould.
3. ✂️ Easy to lay Lies flat under its own weight and can be cut with a utility knife.
4. 🛡️ UV-resistant & robust Durable quality for many winters.

Comparison of our Antirutschprofi safety mat with road salt and grit in icy conditions

Property	Antirutschprofi safety mat	Conventional rubber mat	Road salt / grit
Slip resistance	Very high (R13)	Medium (often slippery when wet)	High (but temporary)
Water drainage	Excellent (drainage)	Poor (puddles form)	None
Winter resistance	Rot-proof & UV-stable	Can crack in frost	Must be constantly renewed
Environmental friendliness	High (long-lasting, no salt)	Medium	Pollutes soil & groundwater
Care	Can be swept / hosed down	Must be dried	Must be swept up

Our R13 safety mats are recognised as a legally compliant and effective response to road salt bans . While municipal by-laws prohibit chemical agents, these mats offer the highest level of sure-footedness thanks to mechanical slip resistance in accordance with German standard DIN 51130 (R13). This allows you to meet your duty to maintain safe premises under Section 823 of the German Civil Code (BGB) as effectively as possible – environmentally friendly, long-lasting and certified to industrial safety standards. However, the duty to clear snow still applies – for example if heavy fresh snowfall limits the mat’s slip-resistant effect.

Road salt ban like in Berlin? The smart alternative to salt and grit.

Did you know that the use of road salt on Berlin pavements is largely prohibited to protect street trees and groundwater? Many homeowners therefore resort to grit or sand. The problem: these materials are carried into the hallway, scratch parquet floors and have to be laboriously swept up and disposed of again in spring.

The clean solution to the road salt ban in the capital, Berlin: Meet your duty to maintain safe premises without any gritting material. Our winter-proof safety mat is the ideal alternative:

• Legally compliant: You create instant sure-footedness without breaching environmental regulations.
• Animal-friendly: No aggressive salt to attack dogs’ paws.
• Clean: No “crunching” in the hallway, no white salt marks on shoes.

Simply roll out instead of gritting – for a safe winter without road salt, not only in Berlin but throughout Germany.

In these German cities you risk fines for using road salt

Note: In many municipalities, private use of road salt is prohibited to protect trees and groundwater. Check your local by-laws! No guarantee of accuracy or completeness!

Overview of selected cities:

❌ Berlin: Strict ban (exception: stubborn ice, but no salt-based agents permitted).
❌ Munich: General ban on corrosive agents.
❌ Hamburg: Ban on pavements (exception: stairs).
❌ Cologne: Ban (only abrasive agents such as granules/sand).
❌ Frankfurt am Main: Ban on pavements.
❌ Stuttgart: Ban (salt only permitted in extreme black ice).
❌ Düsseldorf: Ban on pavements.
❌ Leipzig: Strict ban.
❌ Dresden: Ban (only in extreme freezing rain).
❌ Hanover: Ban (exception: stairs/ramps).
❌ Nuremberg: Ban (only in freezing rain).
❌ Bremen: Ban.
❌ Essen: Ban.
❌ Dortmund: Ban.
❌ Bielefeld: Ban.
❌ Bonn: Ban.
❌ Münster: Ban.
❌ Karlsruhe: Ban.
❌ Augsburg: Ban.
❌ Wiesbaden: Ban.
❌ Mannheim: Ban on pavements (only abrasive agents permitted).
❌ Ludwigshafen: Road salt prohibited (protection of the Rhine region).
❌ Heidelberg: Strict ban (protection of natural stone & Neckar ecology).
❌ Darmstadt: Strict ban under the street cleaning by-law (protection of the avenues of the “City of Science”).

Here are the most important towns and municipalities in the South Hesse / Rhine-Main region around Darmstadt. Almost all of these municipalities apply identical, strict rules to protect groundwater and vegetation (Odenwald/Ried).

Road salt rules in Austria and Switzerland

Cities outside Germany are also cracking down to protect trees, groundwater and historic buildings. Anyone who thoughtlessly reaches for the salt here not only risks fines but is also liable for damage to municipal green spaces.

The situation in our German-speaking neighbouring countries:

• Austria (AT): In Vienna, for example, there is a strict ban on salt within 10 metres of trees and green spaces. Since this applies to almost all pavements, its use is often effectively impossible.
• Switzerland (CH): Many Swiss municipalities (e.g. Zurich) completely prohibit the private use of de-icing salt on pavements (“Trottoirs”). Only grit or sand is permitted.

The safe alternative to road salt: Our R13 safety mats fulfil your duty to maintain safe premises immediately – without chemicals, risk of fines or dirty shoe soles.

Technical details of the non-slip winter mat

General product data

• Product type: Non-slip safety flooring (roll goods)
• Structure: Open mesh structure (for drainage)
• Surface: Coated with PVC granulate (grit)
• Colours: Usually available in stone grey, slate, brown, red, green, blue, terracotta, black

Dimensions & weight

• Total thickness: approx. 6.0 mm – 7.0 mm
• Weight: approx. 2.0 kg/m²
• Standard widths (rolls): 120 cm (60 cm, 80 cm and 100 cm often also available depending on make-up)
• Roll length: Standard approx. 10 linear metres

Material structure

• Backing fabric: PES / glass yarn fabric (tear-resistant & dimensionally stable)
• Coating: Special PVC paste on both sides
• Surface scatter: PVC granulate for high friction

Technical standards & certificates

• Slip resistance rating: R13 (to DIN 51130) – Highest rating
• Displacement volume: V10 (to DIN 51130) – High volume for absorbing liquids
• Fire behaviour: Bfl-s1 (flame-retardant) to DIN EN 13501-1
• UV resistance: Good (suitable for outdoor use)

Thermal properties

• Temperature resistance: -25 °C to +60 °C
• Winter resistance Does not crack in the cold, stays flexible (ice layers break up when walked on)

Additional properties of the outdoor mat

• Drainage: Water and other liquids drain away through the open structure.
• Mechanics: Reduces impact noise and relieves muscles/joints when standing.
• Resistance: Rot-proof and largely resistant to acids and alkalis (see chemical resistance list).
• Processing: Cut-resistant (no fraying), easy to cut with a utility knife or scissors.

Applications: where are the mats needed?

The right solution for every slippery surface and for icy winter conditions:

• Outdoor stairs: Stair tread mats or cut-to-size pieces for secure footing.
• Entrance ramps: Essential for wheelchair users and pushchairs.
• Covered walkways & timber decking: Makes slippery wood safe to walk on again.
• Commercial entrances: Liability protection for customers and employees.
• Public footbridges/footpaths
• Bus and tram stops

Don’t wait for the first fall!

For your personal protection on ice and in cold winter weather, e.g. when shovelling snow or on ungritted pavements, we also offer our special slip-resistant, insulated winter safety boots.

Protect your home professionally now. Simply measure, order, lay – done.

Frequently asked questions about anti-slip mats in winter (FAQ)

Can the anti-slip mat stay outside in the snow?

Yes. Our mats are weather-resistant, rot-proof and UV-stable. They are designed to stay outdoors permanently (all-year use).

Does the mat help against black ice?

Yes. Because the water drains through the open structure, the formation of dangerous black ice on the surface is drastically reduced. If frost does form, the granulate ensures that the ice layer breaks when stepped on and grip is maintained.

Which surfaces is the winter mat suitable for?

The mat is suitable for all slippery outdoor surfaces, including:

• Smooth stone stairs & tiles
• Timber decking & Bangkirai (also prevents mossy slides)
• Concrete ramps & covered walkways
• Metal gratings

Related solutions and industries

• Making car parks and access roads non-slip
• Making loading docks non-slip in winter
• Securing platform stairs and footbridges
• Anti-slip solutions in the Rhine-Main area
• Covers for outdoor stair treads
• Truck roof de-icing system with non-slip working platform

Further information: DGUV Information 208-041: Assessment of slip hazards under operating conditions

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Ensure safety now – before the frost returns

Don’t wait for the first fall. Retrofit your paths and stairs professionally now.

✅ Cut to size or easy to cut yourself
✅ Easy installation (loose-lay)
✅ Made in Germany