{"product_id":"aluminium-anti-slip-step-nosing-44mm-surface-mount","title":"Aluminium Anti-Slip Step Nosing | Surface Mount Stair Edge Profile | 44mm","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f8f9fa;border-left:4px solid #2c3e50;padding:14px 18px;margin-bottom:16px;border-radius:0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 10px 0;font-weight:700;font-size:15px;color:#2c3e50;letter-spacing:0.3px;\"\u003eWHY CHOOSE THIS ALUMINIUM STEP NOSING\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding:0;list-style:none;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:5px 0;font-size:14px;color:#333;\"\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAnti-slip grooved surface\u003c\/strong\u003e — longitudinal grooves provide traction and reduce slip risk on every step\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:5px 0;font-size:14px;color:#333;\"\u003e🔩 \u003cstrong\u003ePre-drilled countersunk holes\u003c\/strong\u003e — screws and plugs included for a fast, secure screw-fix installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:5px 0;font-size:14px;color:#333;\"\u003e📐 \u003cstrong\u003e44mm wide × 38mm drop face\u003c\/strong\u003e — substantial profile provides full step nose coverage and edge protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:5px 0;font-size:14px;color:#333;\"\u003e🏗️ \u003cstrong\u003eSurface-mount retrofit\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits on top of existing flooring, no tile removal required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"padding:5px 0;font-size:14px;color:#333;\"\u003e🏠 \u003cstrong\u003eWorks on all hard floor types\u003c\/strong\u003e — laminate, vinyl, tile, LVT, hardwood, and carpet-over-board\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-bottom:20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:6px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:20px;padding:6px 12px;font-size:13px;color:#333;font-weight:500;\"\u003e🚚 Fast UK Dispatch\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:6px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:20px;padding:6px 12px;font-size:13px;color:#333;font-weight:500;\"\u003e🔒 Secure Checkout\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:6px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:20px;padding:6px 12px;font-size:13px;color:#333;font-weight:500;\"\u003e↩️ Easy Returns\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-flex;align-items:center;gap:6px;background:#fff;border:1px solid #ddd;border-radius:20px;padding:6px 12px;font-size:13px;color:#333;font-weight:500;\"\u003e🏆 Specialist Supplier\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is a Surface-Mount Aluminium Step Nosing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA surface-mount aluminium step nosing is a screw-fixed profile that sits on top of the existing stair tread surface at the step nose, providing edge protection, a clean finish, and anti-slip traction without the need for tile removal or integration into the floor construction. Unlike tile-in nosings, this profile is retrofittable — it can be fitted to an existing staircase at any time, making it ideal for renovation, maintenance, or safety improvement projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis silver anodised aluminium step nosing features a \u003cstrong\u003e44mm wide top surface\u003c\/strong\u003e with longitudinal anti-slip grooves, a \u003cstrong\u003e38mm drop face\u003c\/strong\u003e that covers the front edge of the step, and pre-drilled countersunk holes for fast, secure installation. Suitable for laminate, vinyl, tile, LVT, and timber stairs in both residential and commercial settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface-Mount Step Nosing (screw-fix, retrofittable)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnodised Aluminium — Silver finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth (tread)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFace Drop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnti-Slip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes — longitudinal grooves on top surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLengths Available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0m (100cm) · 2.5m (250cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixing Method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew-fix — pre-drilled countersunk holes (screws \u0026amp; plugs included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSilver anodised aluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible With\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaminate, vinyl, LVT, tile, timber, carpet-over-board\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResidential and Commercial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing Your Length\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1.0m (100cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard domestic staircases (typically 750–900mm wide). Easily cut to exact width.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2.5m (250cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWide commercial stairs, double-width domestic stairs, or minimising joins on long runs. Can be cut to length or used as multiple steps from a single bar.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSurface-Mount vs Tile-In — Which Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface-Mount (this product)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTile-In Nosing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation timing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✅ Retrofit — fit any time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e❌ Must install before tiling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExisting floors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✅ Works on existing stairs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e❌ Requires new tiling\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnti-slip\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✅ Grooved top surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries by model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfile visibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSits on top of tread (visible step down)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlush with tile surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRenovation, repair, retrofit, all floors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew-build tiled staircases\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-slip grooved surface\u003c\/strong\u003e — the longitudinal grooves on the 44mm tread provide grip in both wet and dry conditions, reducing the risk of slips and falls at the step nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e38mm drop face\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers the full front edge of the step, protecting exposed edges from chipping, splitting, and daily impact damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-drilled countersunk holes\u003c\/strong\u003e — positions pre-marked for accurate, straight installation. Countersunk design means screw heads sit flush with the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScrews and plugs included\u003c\/strong\u003e — no additional hardware to source. Ready to install from the pack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnodised aluminium\u003c\/strong\u003e — corrosion-resistant, scratch-resistant, maintenance-free. Will not rust, peel, or require repainting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRetrofittable\u003c\/strong\u003e — fits on top of the existing stair surface without disturbing the floor construction below. No tiles need to be removed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuttable\u003c\/strong\u003e — metal saw or angle grinder. File cut edges smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere to Use Surface-Mount Step Nosing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDomestic laminate or vinyl staircases requiring edge protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiled staircases where edge chipping or wear has occurred\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimber or hardwood stairs with exposed or worn step noses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffice staircases, schools, and public buildings for safety compliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetail units and hospitality venues with hard floor stairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny staircase where a tile-in solution is not possible (tiles already laid)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a surface-mount profile. It sits on top of the stair tread and creates a small step-down at the nose. For a completely flush finish, a tile-in nosing must be used during the tiling process. Surface-mount nosings are the correct choice for renovation and retrofit applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Install Surface-Mount Step Nosing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasure\u003c\/strong\u003e the stair width and cut the nosing to length using a metal saw or angle grinder. File cut edges smooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition the nosing\u003c\/strong\u003e at the front edge of the stair tread, aligned with the step nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMark fixing positions\u003c\/strong\u003e through the pre-drilled countersunk holes onto the stair surface below.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrill pilot holes\u003c\/strong\u003e and insert the supplied wall plugs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScrew down firmly\u003c\/strong\u003e using the supplied countersunk screws. Screws should sit flush with the nosing surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — the nosing should be secure with no movement. Anti-slip grooves should face up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInstallation time: approximately 10 minutes per step. Suitable for both DIY and professional installers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between a surface-mount and a tile-in stair nosing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA surface-mount nosing sits on top of the existing stair tread and is screw-fixed, making it retrofittable at any time. A tile-in nosing is installed during the tiling process with tiles fitted flush either side for a seamless finish. Surface-mount is the right choice for existing staircases; tile-in is for new-build or full refurbishment projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this have an anti-slip surface?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 44mm tread surface features longitudinal anti-slip grooves that provide grip underfoot in both wet and dry conditions. This makes it suitable for use in schools, offices, and public buildings where slip resistance is important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this be used on tile, laminate, vinyl, and wood stairs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This surface-mount nosing is compatible with all hard floor stair types including ceramic tile, laminate, vinyl, LVT, and timber. It is not designed for carpet stairs (where a carpet stair nosing or Z-profile is more appropriate).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this be cut to a shorter length?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Both the 1.0m and 2.5m lengths cut easily with a metal saw or angle grinder. Always file cut edges smooth before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do the screws sit in the nosing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe holes are pre-drilled and countersunk, so the screw heads sit flush with the top surface of the nosing. This prevents any raised areas that could catch underfoot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this suitable for schools and public buildings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This profile is used in schools, offices, retail units, and public buildings across the UK. The anodised aluminium is durable enough for high foot traffic, and the anti-slip grooves support Building Regulations compliance for stair safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the 2.5m length cover multiple steps?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The 2.5m length can be cut into multiple pieces to cover several steps from a single bar — reducing waste and cost on projects with consistent stair widths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many nosings do I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne per stair tread. Measure your stair width, choose the length option, and cut to size. The 1.0m suits standard domestic stairs; the 2.5m is more economical for projects with multiple steps at wider widths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Stair Nosings UK?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eUK stock\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast dispatch, no overseas delays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eStair nosing specialists\u003c\/strong\u003e — the largest range of step edge profiles in the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAnti-slip grooved surface\u003c\/strong\u003e — safety and protection in one profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eScrews and plugs included\u003c\/strong\u003e — ready to install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eTrade and DIY\u003c\/strong\u003e — used by professionals and homeowners across the UK\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eSecure checkout\u003c\/strong\u003e — major payment methods accepted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver anodised aluminium. 44mm × 38mm profile. 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