How to fix slippery outdoor wooden stairs

[dennis thompson]

We have wooden stairs in the front and back of our house which can get slippery during rain or snow. Does anyone have any suggestions on what I might put on these stairs? (They have recently been stained)
Thanks

[ChrisA Edwards]

Have you thought about safety tape?

https://www.amazon.com/LifeGrip-Traction-Reflective-Friction-Abrasive/dp/B07XQRTM9J/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=stair+safety+tape&qid=1608302499&sr=8-3-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyVUtNRjk0R0Q2Qjk2J mVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODcxNDQ3MU1BT0o2NVMzMTFGNCZlbmN yeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjYxMTk1MkFWWjlaWUsxSlJXOSZ3aWRnZ XROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05 vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=


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[Aaron Rosenthal]

My stairs get slippery every year as the winter rains start. It’s mold, and I treat it by using a commercial deck cleaner solution from any of the lumberyards I pass by.
Not saying an anti slip tape isn’t worthwhile, but perhaps a local hardware store or lumber yard could use your helpful cash flow to survive.

[Jim Allen]

Have you thought about safety tape?



+1 for the safety tape.

[Ron Selzer]

Have you thought about safety tape?

https://www.amazon.com/LifeGrip-Traction-Reflective-Friction-Abrasive/dp/B07XQRTM9J/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?dchild=1&keywords=stair+safety+tape&qid=1608302499&sr=8-3-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyVUtNRjk0R0Q2Qjk2J mVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwODcxNDQ3MU1BT0o2NVMzMTFGNCZlbmN yeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjYxMTk1MkFWWjlaWUsxSlJXOSZ3aWRnZ XROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05 vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=


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Good luck getting it to stay in place

Ron

[Pete Costa]

I used this non-slip paint on an outdoor handicapped ramp I built for a friend. Works well for traction, but I don't yet know how well it will hold up. https://www.homedepot.com/p/BEHR-PREMIUM-1-gal-1350-Ultra-Pure-Black-Textured-Low-Lustre-Enamel-Interior-Exterior-Porch-and-Patio-Anti-Slip-Floor-Paint-623001/313151832?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&mtc=Shopping-B-F_Brand-G-Multi-NA-Multi-NA-Feed-PLA-NA-NA-Catchall_PLA&cm_mmc=Shopping-B-F_Brand-G-Multi-NA-Multi-NA-Feed-PLA-NA-NA-Catchall_PLA-71700000014585962-58700001236285396-92700052972853004&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx5Cthd_Y7QIVSY2GCh0dtQ2ZEAQYASAB EgLnPPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[Doug Garson]

Good luck getting it to stay in place

Ron
Roofing nails.

[Jim Allen]

Roofing nails.

I have it the 3M stuff on the stairs (cedar) going down to my shop for 3 years - no problems yet, and if there is a problem, yeah roofing nails.

[roger wiegand]

Having nearly broken my back on slippery wooden stairs, I recommend something like this:

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We don't have long runs of stairs at our house, but have replaced all the 2-3 step outdoor stairs with granite. It doesn't rot, it's not slippery when wet, and the ice seems to melt off quickly.

[Bill Dufour]

ground walnut shells mixed into the paint is what is sold in paint stores. I have no idea why it is not just sharp sand.
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[andy bessette]

60-grit sand in paint works very well. As soon as the coat of paint is applied, you broadcast more sand than is required, After the paint dries, sweep/vacuum off the excess sand, then apply another coat of paint.

[Rob Luter]

Perhaps not the aesthetic you're after, but I've seen asphalt shingles stapled down as non skid stair treads. Fiberglass would probably be more durable. Both have the grit embedded in the top surface.

[Malcolm Schweizer]

My church used something called “Shark Skin” anti-slip paint additive with a clear coat and it worked very well.