How Anti-Slip Testing Ensures Safety for Rugs and Carpets?
When choosing flooring for homes, offices, and commercial spaces, aesthetics often take precedence. However, one critical factor that should never be overlooked is safety —specifically, slip resistance . Slippery carpets and rugs can pose serious hazards, especially in high-traffic areas or homes with children and the elderly. This is where anti-slip testing , an essential part of carpet and rugs testing , comes into play. In this blog, we explore how anti-slip testing is conducted, its importance, industry standards, and how it helps manufacturers and consumers ensure safer flooring solutions. What Is Anti-Slip Testing in Carpets and Rugs? Anti-slip testing refers to the assessment of a carpet or rug's ability to resist slipping or sliding when subjected to weight or movement. It also involves evaluating how well the surface of the carpet provides grip underfoot. This testing is crucial in determining how safe a carpet or rug is when used in real-world environments. Carpets and...