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I have a recently constructed deck with a ramp. I used a clear sealer
on the entire deck, and the ramp is now very slippery. From the posts
I've read, it seems I have two options: (1) broadcast some sand on wet
sealer, let it dry, and then put on another coat of sealer, or (2)
apply non-slip adhesive strips. With the sand approach, I'm wondering
how it will hold up, how will it look, and how well will it work - and
when it is time to re-seal, I assume I'll need to put down more sand -
will this sand-on-sand accumulation cause problems? With the adhesive
strip solution, I'm concerned about them not adhering. I've seen many
discussions concerning solutions for painted decks, but none for decks
sealed with a clear sealer. Does anyone out there have a solution
which worked for them? Thanks.

-DT

[RayV]

wrote:
I have a recently constructed deck with a ramp. I used a clear sealer
on the entire deck, and the ramp is now very slippery. From the posts
I've read, it seems I have two options: (1) broadcast some sand on wet
sealer, let it dry, and then put on another coat of sealer, or (2)
apply non-slip adhesive strips. With the sand approach, I'm wondering
how it will hold up, how will it look, and how well will it work - and
when it is time to re-seal, I assume I'll need to put down more sand -
will this sand-on-sand accumulation cause problems? With the adhesive
strip solution, I'm concerned about them not adhering. I've seen many
discussions concerning solutions for painted decks, but none for decks
sealed with a clear sealer. Does anyone out there have a solution
which worked for them? Thanks.

-DT

You could put some grooves or flutes across the ramp with a router and
re-seal it. They wouldn't need to be that deep to improve traction.

[Edwin Pawlowski]

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I have a recently constructed deck with a ramp. I used a clear sealer
on the entire deck, and the ramp is now very slippery.
Does anyone out there have a solution
which worked for them? Thanks.

On a ramp at work, we just put a coat of clean poly and spread some sandbox
sand on it. Works, an really not visible.

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RayV wrote:
wrote:
I have a recently constructed deck with a ramp. I used a clear sealer
on the entire deck, and the ramp is now very slippery. From the posts
I've read, it seems I have two options: (1) broadcast some sand on wet
sealer, let it dry, and then put on another coat of sealer, or (2)
apply non-slip adhesive strips. With the sand approach, I'm wondering
how it will hold up, how will it look, and how well will it work - and
when it is time to re-seal, I assume I'll need to put down more sand -
will this sand-on-sand accumulation cause problems? With the adhesive
strip solution, I'm concerned about them not adhering. I've seen many
discussions concerning solutions for painted decks, but none for decks
sealed with a clear sealer. Does anyone out there have a solution
which worked for them? Thanks.

-DT

You could put some grooves or flutes across the ramp with a router and
re-seal it. They wouldn't need to be that deep to improve traction.

That's an interesting idea. Have you had success with this, or do you
know anyone who has? I'm looking for a solution that's been tried and
has been successful.

-DT

[Robert Barr]

-DT


You could put some grooves or flutes across the ramp with a router and
re-seal it. They wouldn't need to be that deep to improve traction.


It really depends on why you want a ramp, and your latitude. The
grooves are an excellent idea, and I've had good results with the 3M
adhesive grip strips, but if you intend to push a wheelchair up that
ramp, and your climate is as snowy and icy as ours gets (Chicago),
you're going to want cleats on that ramp. 1x2's slightly shorter than
the wheel width of the chair wouldn't be excessive.

[Steve Barker LT]

http://www.handiramp.com/non-skid_water.htm

http://www.matsetc.com/680safetytrax.html

did a google for "traction strips"

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Steve Barker


wrote in message
ups.com...
I have a recently constructed deck with a ramp. I used a clear sealer
on the entire deck, and the ramp is now very slippery. From the posts
I've read, it seems I have two options: (1) broadcast some sand on wet
sealer, let it dry, and then put on another coat of sealer, or (2)
apply non-slip adhesive strips. With the sand approach, I'm wondering
how it will hold up, how will it look, and how well will it work - and
when it is time to re-seal, I assume I'll need to put down more sand -
will this sand-on-sand accumulation cause problems? With the adhesive
strip solution, I'm concerned about them not adhering. I've seen many
discussions concerning solutions for painted decks, but none for decks
sealed with a clear sealer. Does anyone out there have a solution
which worked for them? Thanks.

-DT

[Goedjn]

On 6 Jul 2006 21:57:51 +0200, No wrote:

RayV wrote:
wrote:
I have a recently constructed deck with a ramp. I used a clear sealer
on the entire deck, and the ramp is now very slippery. From the posts
.. . .

You could put some grooves or flutes across the ramp with a router and
re-seal it. They wouldn't need to be that deep to improve traction.

I was going to say that! You beat me to it. It would look nice too. Only
problem is it could be a place for water to sit. Maybe drill a 1/4" weep


Don't cut horizontal grooves, cut chevrons, or a diamond pattern,
like isometric graph paper.

[Not@home]

Here's a link to a boating article that may help:
http://www.boatus.com/foundation/findings/nonskid2.htm

I've had good results with the non skid compound on my porch.
Supposedly, it outlasts sand, which is usually pretty soft. Years ago
they used ground nutshells (walnuts, if I recall correctly), but I doubt
you can get that anymore. I don't like the tape or glue-on strips,
because I'm not convinced they will last in an exterior application.

wrote:
I have a recently constructed deck with a ramp. I used a clear sealer
on the entire deck, and the ramp is now very slippery. From the posts
I've read, it seems I have two options: (1) broadcast some sand on wet
sealer, let it dry, and then put on another coat of sealer, or (2)
apply non-slip adhesive strips. With the sand approach, I'm wondering
how it will hold up, how will it look, and how well will it work - and
when it is time to re-seal, I assume I'll need to put down more sand -
will this sand-on-sand accumulation cause problems? With the adhesive
strip solution, I'm concerned about them not adhering. I've seen many
discussions concerning solutions for painted decks, but none for decks
sealed with a clear sealer. Does anyone out there have a solution
which worked for them? Thanks.

-DT

[JDL]

They sell this stuff at HD or Lowe's that's like paint (in any color) with
sand/texture built in. Spread that on. Works great. I used it on a
wheelchair ramp I built for my mother-in-law's house. Gives decent
traction. Some cleats may be good as well for icy/snowy weather.

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