Marble is a beautiful material that will add a sense of luxury to your home, whether it’s installed as flooring or countertops. While no one has ever questioned the elegant looks of marble flooring, some do wonder whether slipping is an issue with them.

Obviously, people have slipped on almost all types of flooring. The real questions is whether or not slipping on marble is such a big issue that you shouldn’t have it installed in your home.

First of all, you should know that there are two types of finishes for marble flooring: honed and polished.

Polished marble, tends to be much more risky in terms of slipping. Additionally, since it’s so glossy, it tends to show dirt more easily. However, polished marble can still be used for flooring – you just have to be more careful.

We mentioned the bathroom example with honed marble. For polished marble, you’ll definitely need to make sure of bathroom mats to avoid slipping.

Are marble floors safe? Yes, but you’ll have to be careful with them.

Are they slippery? Yes, polished marble is more slippery than honed marble.

Is slippery marble a big enough concern to not have it installed? Not really, but it all depends on your preferences. There are so many positive qualities that marble flooring brings with it, so it’s worth having it installed.

Polished tiles, especially marble, are indeed slippery due to their smooth, glossy surface. This finish should be used with caution in areas prone to moisture, like bathrooms or kitchens.

Indoor Applications

Marble works well in dry indoor areas such as living rooms, dining rooms, and hallways. However, caution is needed when considering it for bathrooms and kitchens due to the risk of water exposure.

Outdoor Applications

Some types of marble finishes, like tumbled, are suitable for outdoor applications as they offer more grip. However, polished marble should be avoided outdoors where rain or dew may create slip hazards.

Installing Anti-Slip Mats

Anti-slip mats or rugs are ideal solutions for areas prone to getting wet, such as near entryways, sinks, and showers.

Choosing Anti-Slip Treatments

Anti-slip treatments, like non-slip coatings, can be applied to marble to increase traction without altering its natural beauty.

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