Anti-slip GRP stair nosing strips with a contrasting black and yellow finish, protecting and clearly marking the leading edge of a step.
- Anti slip rating 3 out of 3
- Wear resistance rating 3 out of 3
- 3mm overall thickness, no trip risk
- Suitable for concrete, wood, metal, and stone
- Installed using screws or adhesive
- Weatherproof, suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Available in 55mm x 55mm cross section, multiple lengths
- Colour: Black/Yellow
- Easy Installation
- 2-4 day lead time
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Anti-Slip GRP Stair Nosing - Black/Yellow
Anti-slip GRP stair nosing strips with a contrasting black and yellow finish, protecting and clearly marking the leading edge of a step.
- Anti slip rating 3 out of 3
- Wear resistance rating 3 out of 3
- 3mm overall thickness, no trip risk
- Suitable for concrete, wood, metal, and stone
- Installed using screws or adhesive
- Weatherproof, suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Available in 55mm x 55mm cross section, multiple lengths
- Colour: Black/Yellow
- Easy Installation
- 2-4 day lead time
Products with the “To Order” icon may not always be available from stock for same-day or next-day delivery. Please contact our team, who will be happy to confirm exact delivery dates.
Anti-Slip GRP Stair Nosing Black/Yellow
Anti-slip GRP stair nosing strips built to protect and clearly mark the leading edge of a step, combining a 3mm profile with a contrasting black and yellow finish for maximum visibility. Made from hard-wearing GRP, these nosings fit onto concrete, wood, metal, and stone substrates without posing a trip risk, and install quickly using screws or adhesive. Available in the 55mm x 55mm cross section across a range of lengths to suit different step widths.
How a contrasting finish reinforces hazard marking at the step edge
A single flat colour marks a step edge clearly enough in most settings, but some environments call for the strongest possible visual signal, particularly where hazard awareness is a specific priority rather than just general visibility. Contrasting colours are widely used across site safety equipment precisely because the visual break between two tones draws the eye more effectively than a single block colour. This nosing strip combines a 3 out of 3 rated anti-slip finish with a black and yellow contrast, giving the clearest available visual cue at the point where most stair accidents happen.
Key Features
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Anti Slip Rating 3: Tested to a 3 out of 3 slip resistance rating, the highest score on the scale used.
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Wear Resistance Rating 3: Tested to a 3 out of 3 wear resistance rating under accelerated abrasion testing.
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3mm low profile thickness: Fits onto the leading edge of a step without creating a trip hazard.
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Suitable for concrete, wood, metal, and stone: Installs onto a wide range of existing stair substrates.
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Screw or adhesive fixing: Installs quickly using either method depending on the substrate and preference.
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Contrasting black and yellow finish: Provides the strongest available visual hazard marking in this stair nosing range.
Who is this for
Trades and roles:
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Facilities managers
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Health and safety officers
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Industrial maintenance teams
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Site managers
Industries:
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Industrial and manufacturing
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Construction
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Warehousing and logistics
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Facilities management
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
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| Product Name | Anti-Slip GRP Stair Nosing - Black/Yellow 3mm |
| Parent SKU | ASGRPSNBY |
| Brand | Blue Diamond |
| Primary Function | Anti-slip stair nosing edge strip, high visibility hazard marking |
| Material | GRP (glass reinforced plastic) |
| Overall Thickness | 3mm |
| Cross Section | 55mm x 55mm |
| Colour | Black/Yellow |
| Anti Slip Rating | 3/3 |
| Wear Resistance Rating | 3/3 |
| Suitable Substrates | Concrete, wood, metal, stone |
| Fixing Method | Screws or adhesive |
| Suitable Use | Indoor and outdoor |
Length Comparison
| Length | Product Code |
|---|---|
| 400mm | RE160065 |
| 500mm | RE160069 |
| 600mm | RE160073 |
| 750mm | RE160077 |
| 1m | RE160049 |
| 1.2m | RE160041 |
| 1.5m | RE160045 |
| 2m | RE160057 |
| 2.5m | RE160053 |
Who is this for
These nosings suit facilities managers, health and safety officers, and industrial maintenance teams responsible for staircases where the leading edge needs the strongest available visual hazard marking alongside slip protection. They are intended for retrofitting onto existing concrete, wood, metal, or stone stairs across industrial sites, warehouses, and high-traffic public or commercial buildings.
Typical applications
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Protecting and clearly marking the leading edge of steps where maximum hazard visibility is required.
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Highlighting stair edges in industrial or warehouse environments alongside other black and yellow hazard marked equipment.
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Retrofitting anti-slip protection onto existing concrete, wood, metal, or stone stair edges.
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Reducing slip related liability on staircases used by staff, visitors, or the public.
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Supporting stair safety compliance where the leading edge specifically has been identified as a risk.
How to use
Step 1: Measure the width of the stair edge and select the appropriate length from the available range.
Step 2: Clean and prepare the leading edge of the step, removing any loose material.
Step 3: Position the nosing strip along the leading edge, checking alignment before fixing.
Step 4: Secure using screws or a suitable adhesive appropriate to the substrate.
Step 5: Check the strip is firmly seated and doesn't create a trip hazard before returning the stair to use.
Common mistakes
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Assuming the 30mm x 70mm cross section or a 3m length is available in this colourway, when only 55mm x 55mm up to 2.5m is offered.
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Installing the nosing over a poorly prepared or unstable substrate, reducing fixing security.
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Using fixings not suited to the substrate material.
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Leaving the strip loosely fixed, creating a trip hazard rather than a secure edge.
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Selecting this contrasting colourway where a step already has other high visibility elements, creating visual clutter rather than added clarity.
Safety
These nosings are rated 3 out of 3 for slip resistance and are designed to protect and mark the leading edge of a step, not to replace a full tread cover where the whole step surface needs treating. Ensure strips are securely fixed using an appropriate method for the substrate material before returning the staircase to use.
Maintenance
Clean periodically to remove dirt, debris, and any surface contamination that could affect grip or visibility. Check fixings and strip condition periodically, particularly on external staircases exposed to weather.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How slip resistant are these nosings actually rated?
A: The nosings are rated 3 out of 3 for slip resistance, the highest score on the scale used, providing a high-traction finish on the leading edge of a step. This makes them suited to staircases where the edge specifically has become a slip risk.
Q: Why choose black/yellow over plain yellow?
A: A contrasting black and yellow finish draws the eye more effectively than a single flat colour, making it the strongest hazard marking option in this stair nosing range. Plain yellow still provides clear hazard signalling, but the contrast option suits settings where maximum visual distinction is the priority.
Q: What is this nosing NOT suitable for?
A: These nosings protect and mark the leading edge of a step rather than the full tread surface, so a step that's worn or slippery across its whole width would be better suited to a full stair tread. This colourway is only available in the 55mm x 55mm cross section, so a step needing the 30mm x 70mm profile would need a different colourway.
Q: What sizes are available in this Black/Yellow finish?
A: This colourway is available only in the 55mm x 55mm cross section, in lengths from 400mm up to 2.5m. It does not include a 3m length or the 30mm x 70mm cross section offered in white, black, and yellow.
Q: How are these nosings actually fixed in place?
A: The nosings can be installed using screws or a suitable adhesive, with the method chosen based on the existing substrate, whether concrete, wood, metal, or stone.
Q: Can these nosings be cut to fit a specific step width?
A: Yes, the nosings can be trimmed to fit individual step widths where a standard length doesn't match exactly.
