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A 66mm x 32mm slimline profile with a ramped tread plate, meaning it tapers down onto the floor covering rather than presenting a square lip at the back. That is the detail worth paying attention to on a stair where trolleys, wheeled cases or a mop cart cross the nosing daily, and on any flight where a raised back edge would collect dirt. A green photoluminescent strip runs the leading edge, charging from the building's ordinary lighting and glowing on its own once that light is removed.
The back edge of the plate is tapered so the transition onto the covering is gradual. It reduces the trip lip, it stops the back edge acting as a dirt line, and it makes the nosing less likely to be caught and lifted by a wheel. On a busy commercial stair that is the difference between a nosing that stays put and one that works loose at the back corner.
The manufacturer identifies the photoluminescent element as europium-doped strontium aluminate, emitting green at a peak wavelength of 520nm, with afterglow brightness of 455 mcd/m² ten minutes after excitation and a highly visible afterglow lasting more than 600 minutes. It recharges whenever the stair is lit and cannot fail in a power cut. For the insert, the manufacturer states a DIN 51130:2010 classification of R11 at 22.9° corrected and BS 7976-2:2002 pendulum values of PTV 66 dry and PTV 54 wet — both well clear of the 36 PTV mark the UK Slip Resistance Group associates with low slip potential. The carrier is 6063 aluminium to BS EN 573-3:2003.
Hospitals, care homes, hotels and schools where cleaning equipment and wheeled traffic cross the stair, plus offices and apartment blocks generally. The slim section suits a standard tread depth, and the ramped back edge suits vinyl and lino as much as carpet.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Profile | Ramped slimline stair nosing, 66mm tread x 32mm riser |
| Gauge | This profile is listed at 5mm, while the manufacturer's datasheet describes the slimline range as a 3mm gauge. If the depth of your floor covering is critical, ask us to confirm before ordering |
| Material | Extruded aluminium, alloy 6063 to BS EN 573-3:2003, temper T5/T6 |
| Channel finish | Mill aluminium, LRV 78.9 — manufacturer stated |
| Insert channel | Single PVC insert |
| Slip resistance (ramp) | R11 at 22.9° corrected, DIN 51130:2010 — manufacturer stated |
| Slip resistance (pendulum) | PTV 66 dry, PTV 54 wet, BS 7976-2:2002 — manufacturer stated |
| Photoluminescent strip | Europium-doped strontium aluminate, green, 520nm; 455 mcd/m² at 10 minutes, highly visible >600 minutes; UL94 HB — manufacturer stated |
| Insert colours and LRV | White 79.9, Yellow 55.7, Canvas 53.2, Ice Grey 42.1, Beige 41.1, Dolphin Grey 27.6, Midnight Grey 12.8, Red 10.6, Cobalt Blue 9.2, Brown 9.1, Black 4.5 — manufacturer stated |
| Lengths | 1.0m, 1.5m, 2.0m, 2.46m, 2.77m, 3.22m |
| Suitable floor finishes | Carpet, laminate, LVT, tile |
| Fixing | Adhesive, screw or tape |
| DDA classification | Not published for this profile |
| External use rating | Not published for this insert. An externally rated version of this profile is available — see our 66x32mm outdoor grade nosing |
Length first: 2.46m, 2.77m and 3.22m are the manufacturer's stock extrusion lengths; 1.0m, 1.5m and 2.0m are cut from the same profile for shorter flights. Measure the full tread width, order the next length up and cut back on site.
Then insert colour. Contrast guidance is expressed as a difference in Light Reflectance Value between the step edge and the floor around it, and the manufacturer publishes an LRV for all eleven inserts — they are in the table above. Against a dark floor, White at 79.9 or Yellow at 55.7 give the widest separation; against a pale floor, Black at 4.5 or Brown at 9.1 do the same in reverse. Work the difference out against your own covering rather than choosing on appearance.
Check the step is dry, clean, level and free of debris. Mark and drill your fixing positions and plug the step. Bed the nosing on a suitable adhesive, set it onto the step, then screw down and fit the insert or insert pip over the screw heads. Make sure the ramped back edge beds down properly onto the covering — that taper only works if it is in contact.
Clean the insert with a neutral detergent and rinse with clean water, drying before traffic returns. The aluminium can be brought back with steel wool or a cloth. Do not use solvent cleaners on either part.
Does this take an LED strip?
No. There is no lighting channel and no electrical component. The glowing edge is a photoluminescent strip that charges from ambient light and re-emits it in the dark.
What does ramped mean here?
The back edge of the tread plate tapers down onto the floor covering instead of stopping square. It reduces the trip lip and stops wheeled traffic catching the back corner.
Can I use it outside?
Not as specified. The manufacturer publishes no external rating for this insert. The same profile is offered with an externally rated insert — choose that version for exposed steps.
Will it fit a sloping riser?
Not flush. This is a straight-edge profile with a vertical back leg. On a raked riser, choose one of our raked-back profiles.
Each length is supplied as a single cut piece — order one per step and allow a little extra on the width for trimming. All eleven insert colours are available in all six lengths, and UK delivery is one flat rate whatever the order size.
View our complete range of stair nosing profiles — aluminium, rubber and PVC options for every application.
| Service | Timeframe | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Standard UK Delivery | 2 working days from dispatch | £9.99 |
Orders placed by 2pm (UK time) on a working day are dispatched the same day. Orders placed after 2pm or on non-working days are dispatched the next working day. Delivery takes 2 working days from dispatch. Working days are Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays. UK delivery costs £9.99. Contact us for international enquiries.
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Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 10 reviews.
Needed an upgrade for the old office stairs leading up to our conference room. Installing this ramped edge was a breeze, with no fuss at all fitting on the vinyl-covered flooring. Worry-free when folks constantly roll their wheeled cases over it – holds up exactly as you’d want over time.
Arrived without a hitch, and fitting it outside the library was an absolute breeze! This clever piece of gear stands up brilliantly to soggy conditions and steady footfall. Our new aluminium stair nosing hasn’t budged a millimetre as the weather’s turned; it sits right snugly, keeping things looking sharp underfoot without that annoying slip factor.
Wasnt sure at first about the finish, but it does look quite sleek installed. When taking a closer gander, the details are impressive and match well in my buildings entrance where high footfall is common. The stair nosing came promptly in sturdy packaging without any pointless extras cluttering the parcel.
Slapped it onto our warehouse steps a few months back, and its been ace at taking a beating. With forklifts buzzing around and heavy pallets being hauled through daily, the quality doesnt falter. Arrived quicker than I thought too, snug in its packaging – top marks for speedy service!
Got this for my blokey’s DIY project in the car park, and it instantly modernised the entire look of those drab, concrete steps! The aluminium anti slip stair nosing has this sleek, glowing edge that makes navigating under poor garage lighting feel safer and stylish. It was a doddle to fit too and feels right substantial underfoot - perfect balance between looks and practicality honestly!
Needed a quick fix for the metro station tiles that see endless commuters daily. This ramp makes navigating much smoother without upsetting the floor beneath it. Installed easily and its coping brilliantly with heavy foot traffic and the occasional baggage trolley rolling over.
Came well-protected in the delivery box, keeping it scratch-free. The stair nosing has been amazing at preventing slips, even when visitors with rain-sodden shoes walked through the entire display. Feels solid underfoot and seems like itll handle many more packed weekends in this busy museum.
Took a punt on this product for the communal stairs up to our rooftop terrace and wasn’t disappointed. It arrived in no time, neatly packaged with clear instructions for installation. The aluminium stair nosing felt solid to handle and settled smoothly onto the stair edges, its glow edge handy as evening descends. Overall, its added practical charm to our outside space without any fuss!
Put it in at the co-working space a few months back, and its still holding up great! The slim profile means its been no hassle with carts and cases rolling over daily on the busy wooden stairs. Its good to see the glow edge hasnt lost its bright visibility either, so all in all, top marks for durability.
Handy addition! We recently fitted these to the stairs in a busy metro station, and I was pleasantly surprised at how simple it was to cut them to size. The stair nosing blends seamlessly onto the tiled steps, and its really held up well under constant foot traffic and wheeled cases all day long.
