Slip Resistance of Wood-Plastic Composite Decks

SLIP RESISTANCE OF WOOD-PLASTIC COMPOSITE DECKS 

To date, no in-depth studies have been done to compare the slip resistance or static coefficient of friction between wood and WPCs. ASTM test methods exist for various materials, but the results can vary greatly, depending on factors such as the 

TABLE 11.3 Static coefficient of friction (ASTM D 2047) or siip index (ASTM F 1679) for wood and WPCs. Data provided by the manufacturers (marketing materials, ICC-ES reports, and listed on manufacturer s Web sites) 

Timberlast (Strandex Kroy Building Products, F1679 0.40-0.65 

Nexwood Composite Technology D2394 0.32 (along grain) 

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