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Most stair nosings grip with a PVC insert. This one does not. The 68mm x 33mm profile takes a silicone carbide insert instead — the same abrasive grit surface used on industrial stair treads and GRP decking — which makes it the choice where boots, grit, trolley wheels and wet weather would polish a softer insert smooth. The carrier is heavy duty 5mm gauge aluminium, anodised matt silver, ramped so it tapers down onto the floor covering rather than presenting a lip, and it carries the Aluminator green photoluminescent strip along the leading edge.
Silicone carbide is a hard abrasive bonded to the insert face. It gives a coarse, aggressive texture that keeps working when it is wet or dirty, and it resists the burnishing that eventually flattens a smooth PVC surface on a very heavily used stair. The manufacturer describes it as an external grade insert offering outstanding slip resistance and durability, but publishes no pendulum or R value for it — see the specification table below. The trade-off is comfort and cleaning: it is not a surface for bare feet, and the texture holds more dirt than a smooth insert, so it wants brushing rather than wiping.
This is the Aluminator version of the profile. The manufacturer states that the system illuminates steps if a local or emergency power failure occurs on a stairway, allowing an evacuee to orientate themselves and locate the stair edges and risers, and that it needs no electrical connection at all — only normal illumination, daylight, fluorescent or tungsten light to charge it. The photoluminescent element is 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. Light fastness, chemical stability and UV stability are all rated excellent, and flammability is UL94 HB.
Extruded from 6063 aluminium to BS EN 573-3:2003 and anodised matt silver to DIN 17611, which the manufacturer specifies to prevent oxidisation and protect the life of the installation. The 5mm gauge is what allows the profile to fix over heavy duty carpet or a similarly thick covering rather than sitting proud of it. The manufacturer also states that the profile is designed to meet the guidelines in BS 8300:2009+A1:2010; that is the manufacturer's statement about the design, and it is not the separate "DDA Compliant" label they apply to certain other profiles in this range, which this one does not carry.
Industrial and back-of-house stairs, plant rooms, workshops and loading areas, service stairs in kitchens and plant spaces, and any flight where the traffic is booted and the floor gets dirty or wet. The manufacturer specifies the carbide insert as external grade, so entrance steps and covered external flights are within its range as well as internal ones. The ramped profile suits a stair where a raised lip would be a trip hazard or would catch a trolley wheel.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Profile | Ramped stair nosing, straight back, 68mm tread x 33mm riser |
| Insert | Single external grade silicone carbide insert — manufacturer stated |
| Gauge | 5mm — suits heavy duty carpet and similar coverings |
| Material | Extruded aluminium, alloy 6063 to BS EN 573-3:2003 |
| Channel finish | Anodised matt silver to DIN 17611 — manufacturer stated |
| Photoluminescent strip | Europium-doped strontium aluminate, green, 520nm; 455 mcd/m² at 10 minutes, highly visible >600 minutes; UL94 HB — manufacturer stated |
| Slip resistance | No pendulum or R value is published for the silicon carbide insert. The manufacturer's R11 and pendulum figures cover the PVC inserts used elsewhere in this range and we have not applied them here |
| Standards | Designed to meet the guidelines in BS 8300:2009+A1:2010 — manufacturer stated |
| Insert colours | Black, Yellow |
| Insert LRV | Not published for the carbide insert |
| Lengths | 1.0m, 1.5m, 2.0m, 2.77m |
| Suitable floor finishes | Carpet, laminate, LVT, tile |
| Fixing | Adhesive, screw or tape |
The choice is narrow here by design: two colours and four lengths. Black is the default for industrial settings where the nosing should disappear into the floor; yellow is the safety choice where the step edge needs to be obvious, and it is the one to pick if visual contrast is part of your brief — though note the manufacturer does not publish an LRV for the carbide insert, so you cannot calculate a contrast figure the way you can with the PVC-insert profiles in this range.
On length, measure the full width of the tread and take the next size up, then cut back on site. There is no 2.46m or 3.22m option on this profile. If you need a wider flight covered, contact us before ordering.
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 and screw down, then cover the screw head with the insert or an insert pip. On an industrial stair, use mechanical fixings rather than relying on adhesive or tape.
Clean the insert with a stiff bristle brush, a neutral detergent and warm water rather than a cloth — the grit surface traps dirt and a wipe will not lift it. Rinse and let it dry before traffic returns. The aluminium can be brought back with steel wool or a cloth. Never use solvent cleaners on it.
Does this take an LED strip?
No. There is no lighting channel and no electrical component. The glowing edge is a photoluminescent strip that stores ambient light and re-emits it once the light goes.
Can it go outside?
The manufacturer's datasheet for this profile describes the silicone carbide insert as external grade, and rates the glow strip's UV stability as excellent. It is filed by the manufacturer under its commercial heavy duty range rather than its dedicated external range, so for a fully exposed flight it is worth telling us the setting before you order.
How is carbide different from the PVC insert?
It is a hard abrasive grit rather than a moulded vinyl surface. It stays aggressive when wet or dirty and resists polishing under heavy boot traffic, but it is coarser underfoot and needs brushing rather than wiping to keep clean.
What is the slip rating?
The manufacturer does not publish a slip figure for the silicone carbide insert — it describes it as offering outstanding slip resistance and durability, without a number. We have deliberately not carried across the R11 and pendulum values they publish for the PVC inserts, because those tests were run on a different material.
Why only black and yellow?
That is the full range the manufacturer produces in the carbide insert. If you need another colour, the PVC-insert profiles in this range come in eleven.
Each length is supplied as a single cut piece — order one per step and allow a little extra on the width for trimming. Both colours are available in all four lengths, and UK delivery is one flat rate whatever the order size. Matt silver is the stocked channel finish; the manufacturer also produces the profile in bright brass, bright black and bespoke powder coat to order, so ask if you need one of those or a length we do not list.
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 8 reviews.
For the price, this thing fit right in with the coarse metal of our car park floor. Setting it up took no time at all and now you barely notice its there until it saves your boots a slip on a rainy day. Shows how well the stair nosing can complement such rugged surroundings while doing its job to perfection!
Aluminium Stair Nosing 68x33mm Silicon Carbide Ramped Anti Slip
Works a treat! We installed the aluminium anti slip stair nosing at a public library and it’s holding up really well against all the rain we’ve had. For what its priced at, its got impressive durability compared to other options out there, especially since it doesn’t peel or wear even with heavy footfall on grimy days.
Aluminium Stair Nosing 68x33mm Silicon Carbide Ramped Anti Slip
Had to make sure the entrance at our uni building was safe and under budget. This anti-slip solution was just what was needed, arriving quickly in secure packaging. The abrasive surface is spot-on for a study-building where hundreds come through with wet boots every day—it holds up well under gusty weather conditions too.
Aluminium Stair Nosing 68x33mm Silicon Carbide Ramped Anti Slip
Came securely packaged and seemed solid the moment I got it out of the box. Fitted these to the wooden steps leading up to our office, and to be honest, Im impressed with how well they cope when its wet or theres a rush of people coming in. The stair nosing offers decent grip even under boots or trolleys rolling over them, which gives some peace of mind during our busier hours.
Aluminium Stair Nosing 68x33mm Silicon Carbide Ramped Anti Slip
Took a punt on this aluminium solution for our open-air theatre, and the delivery was top-notch—arrived promptly with no fuss. After securing it along our seating aisle edges, I was impressed by how solidly it went down without any hassle. The grit surface fits perfectly in areas subject to constant foot traffic and wet leaves—straightforward install, easy result!
Aluminium Stair Nosing 68x33mm Silicon Carbide Ramped Anti Slip
Installed it in our industrial kitchens rear exit a few months ago. Arrived quickly and well-packed, which was just as crucial as its been under constant heavy use ever since. Despite trolley wheels and wet gear passing over daily, the grip hasnt faded at all.
Aluminium Stair Nosing 68x33mm Silicon Carbide Ramped Anti Slip
Got this for the metal stairs in our multi-story car park, and it really helps highlight those edges. The packaging was sturdy and my aluminium stair nosing arrived quicker than expected, which was a plus as we were working to a deadline. Visually, it gives the steps a professional finish that blends robustness with neatness.
Aluminium Stair Nosing 68x33mm Silicon Carbide Ramped Anti Slip
Dependable piece of safety gear. These stair protectors were easy to cut to size and fit perfectly on the stone steps at our local library entrance, handling heavy foot traffic with ease. The swift delivery meant we could install them quickly before the worst of the wet weather hit, keeping things secure and safe for everyone using the stairs.
Aluminium Stair Nosing 68x33mm Silicon Carbide Ramped Anti Slip
