When Should You Use Extra Wide 90mm Anti-Slip Decking Strips?
Anti-slip decking strips are a practical way to improve grip on wooden decking, steps, ramps, and walkways. Standard 50mm strips are suitable for many domestic decking areas, but some surfaces need wider grip coverage.
Extra wide 90mm anti-slip decking strips are designed for situations where more surface coverage, stronger visual presence, and improved underfoot grip are important.
This guide explains when 90mm decking strips are useful, how they compare with standard strips, and where they are commonly installed.
What Are Extra Wide 90mm Anti-Slip Decking Strips?
Extra wide 90mm anti-slip decking strips are wider GRP strips designed to be fixed onto timber or suitable composite decking boards.
GRP stands for Glass Reinforced Plastic. The surface has a tough anti-slip grit finish, helping to provide extra grip in wet, damp, frosty, or shaded outdoor areas.
Compared with narrower strips, 90mm strips cover more of the decking board surface. This can be useful where customers want a larger contact area underfoot or a more visible anti-slip strip.
Standard 50mm vs Extra Wide 90mm Decking Strips
Both standard and extra wide strips can improve grip, but they suit slightly different situations.
| Feature | 50mm Decking Strips | 90mm Extra Wide Decking Strips |
|---|---|---|
| Width | Standard coverage | Wider surface coverage |
| Best for | General decking areas | Wider boards, ramps, steps, and higher-risk areas |
| Visual impact | More discreet | More visible |
| Grip area | Narrower grip section | Larger grip section |
| Typical use | Domestic decking and walkways | High-use, wet, shaded, or sloped areas |
For many standard decking boards, standard GRP decking strips may be enough. For wider boards, steps, ramps, or areas where extra grip coverage is preferred, 90mm extra wide strips may be a better option.
When Should You Choose 90mm Decking Strips?
Extra wide 90mm anti-slip decking strips are especially useful for:
- Wider decking boards
- Outdoor ramps or sloped decking
- Decking steps
- High-traffic areas
- Shaded or damp decking
- Public-access walkways
- Commercial outdoor areas
- Areas used by children, elderly people, or visitors
- Decking where stronger visual contrast is helpful
Why Wider Coverage Can Help
On outdoor decking, slipping often happens when the timber surface becomes wet, smooth, algae-covered, or frosty.
A wider anti-slip strip provides a larger textured surface underfoot. This can be helpful on areas where people naturally step, change direction, or walk up and down a slope.
Wider strips are not always necessary for every decking project, but they can be a good choice when safety, visibility, and long-term performance are more important than a discreet appearance.
Are 90mm Decking Strips Suitable for Steps and Ramps?
Yes. Extra wide 90mm GRP decking strips can be suitable for decking steps, timber ramps, and sloped walkways, provided they are installed securely with the correct fixings.
For steps, positioning is important. The strip should be fitted where the foot naturally lands, with all edges fixed flat and secure.
For ramps, wider strips or closer spacing may be useful because the surface is used at an angle and can become more difficult to walk on when wet.
Can 90mm Strips Be Used on Composite Decking?
GRP anti-slip strips can usually be fitted to timber and many composite decking boards, provided the surface is suitable and the correct fixings are used.
For hollow composite boards or unusual profiles, check the board manufacturer's fixing guidance before installation.
Colours and Finishes
Our GreenTec® extra wide 90mm decking strips are available in Black, Yellow, and Brown. Black is the most popular choice for garden decking, while Yellow provides high-visibility contrast for commercial or public-access areas.
How to Install Extra Wide 90mm Decking Strips
Installation is usually straightforward:
- Clean the decking surface and allow it to dry.
- Position the 90mm strips where extra grip is needed.
- Mark the fixing points if required.
- Pre-drill the timber if needed.
- Screw the strips securely into place.
- Check that all edges are flat, secure, and not raised.
For best results, avoid fitting strips onto rotten, unstable, or badly damaged decking boards.
How Long Do 90mm GRP Decking Strips Last?
GreenTec® GRP anti-slip decking strips are designed for long-term outdoor use. They require very little maintenance beyond occasional cleaning to remove leaves, mud, algae, or debris.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are 90mm decking strips better than 50mm strips?
Not always. Standard GRP decking strips are suitable for many decking areas. Extra wide 90mm strips are better where you want wider grip coverage, stronger visibility, or extra support for ramps, steps, wider boards, or high-traffic areas.
Do I need 90mm strips for every decking board?
No. It depends on your decking layout and risk level. Some customers use 90mm strips only on steps, ramps, entrances, or heavily used areas.
Are 90mm anti-slip strips suitable for garden decking?
Yes. They are suitable for garden decking where wider grip coverage is preferred, especially in shaded, wet, or frequently used areas.
Can I use 90mm strips on steps?
Yes. They can be used on decking steps, provided they are positioned correctly and securely fixed.
Are extra wide decking strips easy to install?
Yes. They are designed for simple screw-fix installation. Make sure the surface is clean, stable, and suitable before fitting.
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They are a practical option where wider grip coverage, long-term outdoor performance, and improved visibility are important.
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