Anti-Slip Coating for Timber | Decks, Stairs & Indoor Floors
Timber is the most dynamic building material, expanding in summer moisture, contracting in winter dryness, breathing with seasonal change. Any rigid coating (epoxy, polyurethane, acrylic) bonds to timber at installation, then cracks and peels as the wood naturally moves. Homeowners and facility managers experience this cycle: apply treatment enjoy slip safety for one season, watch it fail in the next. Stellmann is engineered with flexibility that matches timber's movement. The formulation stretches and contracts with the substrate, maintaining adhesion through years of seasonal change without cracking or peeling.
Deck owners specify Stellmann for outdoor timber where weather cycling is relentless. Australian sun exposure, tropical moisture, temperature swings. Timber floor installers recommend it for interior hardwood where humidity changes are continuous. Facilities managing timber stairs use it to prevent falls without creating uneven surfaces as coatings fail. Property managers apply it to timber walkways and platforms where maintenance is minimised and durability is essential. The flexible formula is compatible with wood deck oils and doesn't prevent timber from breathing.
Tested to AS 4586
Walk on it after 12 hours
Moisture compatible
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Tell us about your surface. We'll do a free site assessment and product match, and send a no-obligation quote.
CSIRO-CERTIFIED
AS 4586 COMPLIANT
Moisture compatible
5-YEAR PRODUCT WARRANTY*
1,924 COMMERCIAL PROJECTS
Protect Your Timber
Application by a Stellmann Certified Installer
Stellmann supplies the CSIRO-tested coating, and a Stellmann Certified Installer applies it. Ideal for commercial properties, strata buildings, aged care facilities, and any project where documented compliance is essential.
- Free site assessment before your quote. Independent slip testing can be arranged for commercial jobs.
- Application by a Stellmann Certified Installer
- Independent slip test report when a test is booked
- 5-year no-peel product warranty*. T&Cs apply.
- Australia-wide service, metro and regional
*Terms and Conditions apply
HOW IT WORKS
How Our Professional Timber Coating Process Works
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Timber Condition & Preparation Assessment
We evaluate the timber's age, moisture content, existing finishes (oils, sealers) and exposure conditions. For decks, we assess weather exposure and UV intensity. For indoor timber, we evaluate humidity variations. This assessment determines surface preparation and formulation specifications.
Free product match by surface
2
Flexible Protective Application
The dual-component polyurethane coating is applied using techniques that ensure optimal penetration and adhesion to timber. The flexible formulation bonds to the wood grain, creating a protective layer that will expand and contract with seasonal timber movement without cracking or peeling.
Walk on it after 12 hours
3
Durability Verification & Weather Performance
The coating cures to full specification within 48-72 hours. We provide documentation confirming AS 4586 compliance and UV-resistance ratings. For outdoor timber, we provide guidance on weather cycling maintenance and recoating recommendations to maintain long-term performance.
4
Compliance Guarantee*
We guarantee your treated floors achieve the P rating you specify on an independent slip test.* If they do not, we reapply to achieve it or refund the product price.
*Requires an independent NATA-accredited test within 48 hours of completion. Full conditions at stellmann.com.au/policies/terms-of-service.
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Most surfaces are fully treated and compliant within 48 hours of first contact.
WHY STELLMANN
Key Benefits of Stellmann’s Timber Coating
Every benefit below addresses the specific challenges facing timber surfaces.
Expansion Ready
Flexible Formula
Moves with timber expansion and contraction; won't crack or peel through seasonal cycles
UV Stable
UV-Resistant & Weather-Stable
Engineered for outdoor Australian timber exposure; resists UV breakdown and colour fading
CSIRO Certified
CSIRO Certified to AS 4586
P3, P4, P5 ratings for pedestrian wet and dry traffic on timber surfaces
EXISTING FINISHES
Check Your Finish First
Oil-based finishes must come off first. Water-based, acrylic and PU stains can be coated over.
Wide Application
Works on All Timber Types
Effective on hardwood, treated pine composite timber decking and engineered flooring
CSIRO-Certified · Tested to AS 4586
Ready to Make Your Timber Surfaces Slip-Safe?
Application by a Stellmann Certified Installer
We assess, apply, and certify your timber surfaces. Full compliance documentation included.
Free site assessment · Zero obligation · Australia-wide · We never share your information
Why Stellmann vs Alternatives for Timber
Stellmann vs Rigid Epoxy or Polyurethane: Standard epoxy and rigid polyurethane coatings crack and peel as timber expands and contracts. Homeowners experience this predictable failure cycle with each seasonal change. The coating is flexible, so it moves with the timber as it expands and shrinks.
Stellmann vs Penetrating Oils: Deck oils need reapplying regularly. Stellmann adds a fine grip texture. Follow the maintenance guide; recoating needs depend on use and surface condition.
Who Needs Anti-Slip Coating for Timber?
Deck Owners: Adding slip safety to outdoor timber without seasonal cracking and peeling cycles
Timber Floor Installers: Offering value-added slip protection on hardwood and timber flooring installations
Stellmann’s timber coating is trusted by: Deck builders, timber floor installers, property owners, aged care facility managers, hospitality venue managers.
SERVICE
Done-For-You: Professional Anti-Slip Coating Service
For commercial properties and homeowners who want the job done right the first time, Stellmann’s professional application service delivers a complete, certified anti-slip solution from start to finish.
FREE ASSESSMENT
Free on-site slip assessment
we test your surfaces and recommend the right P-rating
Professional
Professional application
Professional application by certified, insured technicians
ZERO DOWNTIME
Fast application
Same-day or next-day completion for most residential projects
COMPLIANCE
CSIRO-certified P-rating compliance
Certificate for each treated area.
Guarantee
Compliance Guarantee*
We guarantee your treated floors achieve the P rating you specify on an independent slip test.* If they do not, we reapply to achieve it or refund the product price. *Requires an independent NATA-accredited test within 48 hours of completion. Full conditions at stellmann.com.au/policies/terms-of-service.
Support
Maintenance & Support
Post-treatment maintenance guide and ongoing support
LOCATION
Australia-wide service
Metro, suburban, and regional.
Whether it’s a single area or an entire commercial facility, our technicians work around your schedule to minimise disruption. Most residential jobs are completed within a few hours. Commercial projects are scheduled for evenings or weekends to avoid operational downtime.
CSIRO-Certified · Tested to AS 4586
Book Your Free Site Assessment
We’ll test your timber surfaces, recommend the right treatment, and provide a no-obligation quote.
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers about timber from the Stellmann team.
Can I apply it over existing deck oil?
No. Oil-based finishes must come off first. Water-based, acrylic and PU stains can be coated over.
Will it crack when timber expands in summer?
The coating is flexible, so it moves with the timber as it expands and shrinks.
How does it perform on outdoor decks exposed to UV?
Yes. It is UV-resistant and non-yellowing. How long the grip lasts depends on foot traffic.
Can I apply it to interior hardwood floors?
Yes. The flexible formulation works excellently on interior hardwood where humidity changes are continuous. It delivers certified slip protection while accommodating timber's natural response to indoor humidity variation.
CSIRO-Certified · Tested to AS 4586
Protect Your Timber Surfaces
Every week without certified slip protection is a week you carry unnecessary risk.
Application by a Stellmann Certified Installer
We assess, apply, and certify your timber surfaces. Full compliance documentation included.
Free site assessment · Zero obligation · Australia-wide · We never share your information
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