Bug: Front Entrance Steps Slippery When Wet

[nelsonic]

So far nobody has slipped on the steps, but they are definitely slippery when wet. ⚠️

Todo

• [x] Discuss available options
• [x] Select a solution
• [x] Apply the fix

FYI

Yesterday when I went to Leroy Merlin to collect the new Oil Heater, I took the opportunity to speak to the manager of the paints & adhesives section. Explained to her that our steps are polished granite [i.e. non-porous] and therefore very slippery when wet. She informed me that the non-slip paint would not work because the paint would not bind/bond to the surface. So she suggested the Tesa Anti-slip Tape:

It's basically the same as Grip Tape on a skateboard. To me, the only downside of this tape is the appearance. 🙄

[nelsonic]

No reply (objections) so I requested that our handyperson install the tape cause it was a sunny day:

The steps were pressure washed and allowed to fully dry before applying the tape. Expected useful life is 5 years. But I'll be happy with 2. Just stoked that we have something in place. So if there are older (and younger!) visitors to @home who are less sure on their feet ... we can show that we've made an effort to mitigate a potential slip. ✅

[iteles]

This is an excellent example of an uncomplicated fix and just getthing things done. Thank you.