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   Piffin | Jan 04, 2006 01:00am | #1

   They make signs that say, "SLIPPERY WHEN WET" that would be very appropriate if you use slate

    

    

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   Lansdown | Jan 04, 2006 02:12am | #2

   Obviously any surface will be slippery when wet. A cleft slate will be less slippery than most ceramic tiles, and or even wood. I have used slate in entrances and kitchens. If you are looking for a slip resistant material, a textured rubber flooring with raised dots for example, would be a good choice.

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   rasher | Jan 04, 2006 02:27am | #3

   If you're worried about slip resistence, take a look at this:
   http://www.ecosurfaces.com/rubberflooring.htm
   Used it in my bathroom and it's performed flawlessly for the last 5 years. Cheap. No maintenance. No slip. No worries.

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   JEK106 | Jan 04, 2006 04:32am | #4

   I had considered rubberized flooring as a safer option, but was hoping for a more finished look than I was able to find using rubber.. appreciate the feedback from you and the others

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   Lansdown | Jan 04, 2006 04:48am | #5

   BTW, I used Vermont green slate with electric radiant heat in my own house, and it is fine for slip resistancy.