How to Make Tiles Non-slippery

Clean your floor on a regular basis to keep the tiles from becoming slippery. Sand, dust and greasy spills contribute to a slick floor. Sweep daily to remove debris; mop with a cleaner appropriate to the type of tile weekly or more often if needed.

Treat your tile floor with a skid-resistant finish to achieve a non-slippery feel. Liquid anti-skid coatings are painted on your tile with a brush and contain powerful acids. Protect yourself with safety goggles and gloves while you work. Choose a non-yellowing formula to retain as much of the natural beauty of your tile as possible.

Adorn your tile floor with stick-on appliques to help your family keep their footing. Similar to non-skid stickers used in a bathtub, the appliques adhere to the tile and provide a rougher texture to avoid falls. Floor appliques are available at specialty flooring stores.