Hot Tub Forum
Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: Bonibelle on November 30, 2005, 12:49:07 pm
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I was wondering if anyone has tried the exersize floor mats (they look like huge puzzle pieces)as a slip free surface outside of a tub? My tub will be (someday) on a new deck. I know even my existing deck tends to get slippery when covered with dew (ice will be another issue). We covered our pool deck with indoor outdoor carpet but I think that kind of surface would be even worse if it froze.
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I was wondering if anyone has tried the exersize floor mats (they look like huge puzzle pieces)
as someone said on tv the other night, "mediocre minds think alike" ;D
I was looking at these at the store a couple days ago.....my deck is interlock stone, with sand tamped into the seams, and I don't want sand tracked in, so I thought of this as well......interested to see if anyone responds in the affirmative.
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If they are about 2ft square and 1/2 inch thick, I have them on the concrete floor of my woodshop. They work well and are pretty rugged.
The draw back is that they hold water underneath. Inside on a concrete floor this is not a good thing. But on a deck or stone floor, they may be okay.
I would be concerned about bacteria growing in the pores of the pad. I have shoes on in my shop but barefoot around the tub might be a problem.
Watch out for that chubby green guy under your toe nail.
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You might want to check the website anti-slip.com. They offer mats and floor coverings that might work for you. I have not personally seen these products in action, however, one of my customers swears by them. They do seem to be well made and easy to clean.
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I knew that they had two packs left at Big Lots so I ran out and got them this afternoon. The ones I got are for workshop floors. I am not really worried about bacteria since the surface will be exposed to the elements and most skin organisms won't survive in freezing temperatures. I am sure you could always just rinse with bleach solution if it became a concern. I don't know how effective they would be at keeping sand from getting on your feet, but I will let you know how they work on my deck.