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This is the same dovetail non-slip insert as our 1m, 1.5m and 2m stock lengths, cut here to the exact millimetre you specify between 250mm and 2700mm, tolerance plus or minus 5mm.
A tapered insert strip designed to be captured by a matching routed groove rather than relying on adhesive alone. Because the groove is narrower at the surface than at its base, the strip is trapped by its own geometry and cannot lift even if the bond is later compromised by water or cleaning chemicals. That is why it is specified on external steps and in wash-down areas where a flat-backed strip peels.
A dovetail strip is fed into its groove from one end, so the length has to be right: too long and it will not seat, too short and the end of the groove is left open. Workshop cutting gives clean square ends at the exact length.
| Profile | Dovetail, mechanically keyed into a routed groove |
| Thicknesses | 6 mm and 8 mm |
| Colours | Black, brown, grey, white, yellow |
| Cut length range | 250 mm to 2700 mm, tolerance +/- 5 mm |
| Cut width range | 12 mm to 60 mm, measured across the widest face, priced in six bands |
| Material | Composite dovetail insert strip |
| Slip resistance | PTV wet 36+ (manufacturer published) |
| Light reflectance (LRV) | Yellow 49.95, black 3.35, white 66.14, grey 46.70, brown 8.52 |
Enter the width you need, from 12mm to 60mm, measured across the widest face of the strip. Wider strips use more material, so the price per metre steps up in six bands: 12–25mm, 26–35mm, 36–45mm, 46–50mm, 51–55mm and 56–60mm. The matching band is selected for you as you type your width, and the price shown updates to suit.
Measure each tread individually. Rout the groove to match the dovetail section; a parallel-sided groove defeats the profile. Feed the strip in from one end rather than pressing it down flat. Custom lengths are non-returnable except for faults. Standard UK mainland delivery is a flat rate.
| 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 5 reviews.
Arrived nicely packaged and ready for a busy day ahead in our local library. I placed it on a tricky corner where its always bustling with people, and this non-slip stair tread has made navigating the area much more secure. Even on rainy afternoons, it provides amazing grip without any fuss, exceeding what Id hoped for while fitting just right into the groove without a mess of adhesives.
Wasnt sure at first about ordering something meant to be cut to size online, but the stair tread arrived quickly and was well-packaged. Cutting it to fit the historic buildings marble steps was surprisingly painless with clear instructions provided. With heavy foot traffic on these grand stairs every day, its proven to be a complete bargain for what youre paying.
Put it in nearly six months ago for the B&B stairs and it’s held up well to all our guests trekking over it daily. No signs of wear or tear, and still as grippy as the first day. Couldn’t be more straightforward to fit into the grooves on those old wooden steps.
Got this for the stair tread in our warehouse and it looks sharper than expected. Managed to cut it to fit perfectly, bringing a much cleaner finish to those metal stairs. Sun catches on them just right, really elevating industrial chic without trying too hard - spot on for the space!
Precisely crafted. Once customised to the exact length I needed, these were a breeze to fit into the grooves of my garden steps, offering excellent stability with no adhesive fuss. The robust quality gives me confidence that they’ll hold up splendidly in all seasons while seamlessly blending with our outdoor area as stair treads do best.
