Non Slip Flooring Installation
London Flooring Fitters™ provides professional slip-resistant safety flooring installation for homes, businesses and public buildings across London, Greater London, Kent, Surrey and Essex. We install trusted safety vinyl ranges from leading manufacturers, including Altro, Polyflor and Tarkett, selecting each product to suit expected foot traffic, moisture exposure, potential contaminants and cleaning routines.
- Amtico & Karndean Certified
- Lifetime Guarantee
- Fully Insured
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- Amtico & Karndean CertifiedApproved installers for both brands
- Fully Insured£10m public liability cover
- Lifetime GuaranteeOn our installation workmanship
- Out-of-Hours WorkEvenings, nights and weekends
- 25 Years' ExperienceNVQ qualified, CSCS carded fitters
- London & South EastEssex, Surrey, Kent and beyond
Non Slip Flooring Installation: What We Do
A complete service from survey to handover, delivered by our own certified fitters.
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Altro, Polyflor and Tarkett Safety Flooring Specialists
We install high-performance slip-resistant safety flooring from leading manufacturers, including Altro, Polyflor and Tarkett.
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Complete Subfloor Preparation
Reliable safety flooring begins with a properly prepared subfloor. We assess concrete, screed and timber substrates for moisture, surface strength, movement, contamination and unevenness.
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Wet Rooms, Bathrooms and Accessible Spaces
We provide specialist slip-resistant safety flooring installation for wet rooms, adapted bathrooms, changing facilities and other moisture-prone spaces.
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Commercial Kitchens and High-Risk Areas
Our safety flooring solutions are ideal for contract commercial kitchens, food-preparation areas, bars, restaurants and busy back-of-house environments.
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Healthcare, Education and Care Environments
We install hygienic safety vinyl flooring in hospitals, surgeries, clinics, schools, universities, care homes and assisted-living facilities.
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Hot-Welded Seams and Cap-and-Cove Finishes
For areas requiring enhanced hygiene and frequent wet cleaning, we provide hot-welded seams and cap-and-cove installations.
Sectors We Install For
Residential and commercial projects across London and the South East.
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HospitalityHard-wearing, design-led floors for hotels, bars and leisure.
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Offices & WorkspacesCarpet tiles and LVT fitted around your working hours.
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HealthcareHygienic, slip-resistant flooring for clinics and hospitals.
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EducationDurable, safe floors for schools, colleges and universities.
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Retail & CommercialFloors that stand up to footfall and showcase your brand.
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Restaurants & BarsSafety flooring and easy-clean finishes front and back of house.
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Care HomesComfortable, safe and hygienic floors for residents and staff.
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ResidentialPremium LVT and luxury vinyl for homes and apartments.
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The Floor Is Only as Good as the Subfloor Beneath It
Most flooring failures start below the surface. Every installation begins with proper testing and preparation.
- Moisture Testing
Hygrometer and in-situ tests before any adhesive goes down.
- DPM Systems
Surface membranes that stop residual moisture lifting the floor.
- Smoothing Compounds
Levelled, flat substrates so imperfections never show through.
- Plywood & Repairs
Overlay boards, crack repairs and timber floors made sound.
Brands We Supply & Install
Why Choose London Flooring Fitters
Certified Installers
Amtico and Karndean approved, NVQ qualified fitters who install to manufacturer standards.
Technical Preparation
Moisture testing, DPMs and smoothing as standard, so floors stay flat and bonded.
Commercial Experience
Hotels, offices, clinics, schools and retail, working alongside main contractors.
Flexible Working Hours
Evenings, nights and weekends to keep your business running.
Fully Insured
£10m public liability, RAMS and CSCS carded operatives on every site.
Lifetime Guarantee
Our installation workmanship is guaranteed for the life of the floor.
Our Installation Process
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Survey
We visit, measure, test the subfloor and talk through how the space is used.
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Preparation
Moisture testing, repairs, DPM and smoothing for a sound, level base.
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Planning
Schedule, access, out-of-hours working and lead times agreed in writing.
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Installation
Certified fitters install to manufacturer standards and keep the site tidy.
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Handover
Final inspection, care guidance and our lifetime workmanship guarantee.
Recent Non-Slip Flooring Projects
Take a look at some of our recent flooring projects across London and the South East.
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Trusted by Businesses Across London and Beyond
We're proud to work with leading organisations, homeowners and designers across London, delivering exceptional flooring solutions.
Read Our Google Reviews“Steven fitted Amtico beautifully throughout our kitchen and dining area - not a straightforward job with several alcoves and wonky walls, but we couldn't be happier with the end result. A pleasure to deal with and an honest approach to any challenges. Highly recommended!”
“We recently had new flooring installed in some of our pub kitchen, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the result. From start to finish, the service was absolutely brilliant. The workmanship was of a very high standard, and everything was completed with great attention to detail. He was professional, reliable, and clearly takes pride in his work. The kitchen was left clean and tidy, and the finished floor looks fantastic as well as being perfectly suited for a busy kitchen environment. I would highly recommend his services to anyone looking for quality flooring and a truly professional job. We’re extremely pleased with the outcome.”
“Steven and his partner helped us out on short notice last summer after the contractors we'd originally booked had admitted they couldn't actually install Amtico flooring. He did an amazing job, gave valuable advice about the sub-floor, and was available for a minor touch-up and follow-up questions. 7 months later and the floor still looks like new. Will definitely hire him again when we replace more flooring in the house.”
“I couldn’t recommend Steven more highly. Not only did he fit my floor to an exceptional standard (I’m genuinely thrilled with the result) but he also went above and beyond when I was dealing with issues caused by other, far less reliable contractors. His professionalism, honesty, and expertise were clear from the start. He’s responsive, straightforward, and really knows what he’s talking about. It’s rare to find a tradesperson who combines skill with integrity but he does both effortlessly. He really is a gem, book him!”
“Absolutely thrilled with the service from London Flooring Fitters! They installed Amtico herringbone flooring throughout my entire ground floor, including full self-levelling, and the results are stunning. The attention to detail was exceptional, and the finish is flawless. The team were professional, friendly, and a pleasure to have around, lovely guys who clearly take pride in their work. Everything was completed on time and to a very high standard. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality flooring and expert fitting.”
“Steve did an absolutely awesome job of our hallway and was unbelievably helpful from start to finish. He went out of his way to give me advice on what type of flooring to go for, was not afraid to be honest and tell me if something wouldn't look good (this is usually the mark of someone very experienced). He fitted rubber flooring tiles in a really awkwardly shaped hallway and cut everything by hand absolutely beautifully with no seams visible at all. Cannot recommend him enough.”
“Steven replaced some Amtico floor tiles that were lifting in our kitchen. On his first visit, he found damp underneath and was unable to do the job but made no fuss about the issue. After we had the damp problem fixed, Steven returned and did a great job making good on the concrete floor and replacing the tiles. Thank you!”
“Steven fitted the whole of our flat. Once the floor arrived it was fitted within 10 days. Very caring and great attention to detail. We can't stop looking at it! Once it was finished there were a few little touch ups that were needed and Steven came and sorted them within a few days. Highly recommend!”
“Overall brilliant flooring company. Steve priced the job quickly, at a competitive price and came in on time as discussed. The workmanship was evident in their approach and he made sure the job met his high standard of finish. Highly recommended”
“Looks amazing, will book again! Recommended right products, finished job quick and professional, couldn't look better.”
“We had a tricky remedial project and after searching all over Steven and his team confidently took it on and did a great job for us. They went above and beyond to make sure that it was done in a quick time frame. I would highly recommend London Flooring Fitters, and would gladly use them again.”
“Arrived promptly and did a great job fitting the vinyl. Really happy with the end result and they left everything nice and tidy. Thanks!”
“My kitchen has been transformed and he had the necessary skill and expertise to lay the amtico floor tiles I purchased in an efficient and professional manner. I thoroughly recommend”
“I couldn't recommend London Floor Fitters highly enough I was let down by a well known company and in short notice, at a reasonable price, they were able to help me out. The team are really knowledgable, professional and overall really lovely. They did a fantastic job on my amtico flooring- I'm so happy with the result.”
“Used to lay about 100sq m of Amtico. Did a great job. Took great care with both the laying and keeping the apartment tidy and clean despite all the tools and materials. Good communications. Turned up exactly when they said they would.”
“We had their team come in and level our uneven floor and put new lvt floor down in two of our large community centre halls. Everyone of our users love it and it's made the space into a beautiful useable space again.”
“I had the team come out to repair some flooring after the plumbers repaired a leak. They did a great job levelling the flooring and relaying our LVT, very professional, easy to deal with and the flooring looks good as new! Definitely recommended!”
“Very happy with the service provided, would definitely recommend. Always good to come across a reliable tradesman”
“I wanted to extend an existing amtico floor into a new room. Others I spoke to about doing it were very sceptical about taking it on. But Steve was prepared to have a go and he did a superb job... You can't tell where the original meets the new tile. He is a wonderful craftsman and a perfectionist. A lovely person to work with.”
“Completely satisfied with the work carried out. Problems arose when old flooring was taken up and was dealt with very efficiently which was much appreciated. Would highly recommend this company to anyone looking to have flooring fitted.”
“London flooring fitters fitted a new altro floor in our wet room. They gave good honest advice and were very easy to deal with. Came on time and finished on time. It looks great. A really good experience.”
“Fantastic comms from start to finish, with sound advice along the way! Great fun to deal with and excellent end product, super happy!”
“Steven helped us with some remedial works on our Amtico Flooring! He was very reliable, neat and professional! We are delighted with his works and we won't hesitate to contact him again for more flooring enquiries!”
“Steve and Jack worked extremely hard and ensured the floor was even. They were extremely courteous and helpful. They did an excellent job and I am genuinely happy to recommend this company.”
“Fit Karndean flooring throughout my house and I couldn't of found 2 better qualified fitters in the London area. The quality of work on my new flooring was superb. They both went far and beyond what was originally discussed as they had to fix issues with the sub floor which unfortunately my builder didn't do a great job of. It was great to have 2 fitters who were knowledgeable and experts in there trade work on my flooring, and the end result is superb. I highly recommend London Flooring Fitters. There Customer service levels are excellent and are always happy to help and give advice on what's best for your flooring.”
“We had London flooring round for an initial consultation to help navigate us around some tricky issues and guide us down the right path. After a very helpful meeting and lots of reassurance. We decided that this was the company for us. Very happy with the end product. Very nice people who are clearly work proud of the work they do. Great attention to detail. We wouldn’t have any issues in recommending Steve and his team to complete your flooring projects. Thank you Mark.”
“London Floor Fitters tore up my old tiled floor, repaired the subfloor and layed karndean tiles for me. The work they did was top quality. I would definitely have them back in the future if we needed another floor doing.”
“After a long search to find someone to repair the Polyflor in our kitchen it was a relief to find Steve and Jack who came promptly and did an excellent job - you would never know there had been an issue with it. I thoroughly recommend them.”
“From start to finish, the team was punctual, polite, and professional. The work was completed on time with an excellent finish. Couldn’t be happier.”
“London Flooring Fitters Limited did an excellent job – professional, efficient, and the finish on my floors is flawless. Highly recommended!”
“We contacted Steven as in the property we bought recently we modified our kitchen and we had a square without floor. He's been great, polite and easy going, from booking the appointment to explaining what was going on. We couldn't be happier to have chosen them, and obviously the result. These guys need 7 stars out of 5 if it was down to us. Keep up the brilliant work.”
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Everything You Need to Know About Non Slip Flooring Installation
Slip-Resistant Safety Flooring Installed by Trusted Specialists
Altro, Polyflor and Tarkett Safety Flooring Specialists
We install high-performance slip-resistant safety flooring from leading manufacturers, including Altro, Polyflor and Tarkett. Our team helps select the correct specification for expected foot traffic, moisture, contaminants and cleaning requirements. Every floor is professionally prepared and fitted to provide a durable, hygienic and attractive finish for demanding residential, commercial and public environments
Complete Subfloor Preparation
Reliable safety flooring begins with a properly prepared subfloor. We assess concrete, screed and timber substrates for moisture, surface strength, movement, contamination and unevenness. Where required, our service includes uplift, repairs, flooring-grade plywood, damp-proof membranes and compatible smoothing compounds, creating a sound, flat substrate that supports the appearance and long-term performance of the installation.
Wet Rooms, Bathrooms and Accessible Spaces
We provide specialist slip-resistant safety flooring installation for wet rooms, adapted bathrooms, changing facilities and other moisture-prone spaces. Products are selected according to the environment, expected contaminants and slip risks. Where specified, we form cap-and-cove details, sealed junctions and carefully finished transitions around compatible drainage connections and correctly prepared falls.
Commercial Kitchens and High-Risk Areas
Our safety flooring solutions are ideal for contract commercial kitchens, food-preparation areas, bars, restaurants and busy back-of-house environments. We recommend products suited to water, grease, spillages, heavy foot traffic and intensive cleaning routines. Thorough subfloor preparation, secure bonding and hot-welded seams produce a robust, hygienic and slip-resistant surface for demanding daily use.
Excellent Reviews Built on Quality, Reliability and Professional Workmanship
From detailed subfloor assessments, moisture testing and smoothing through to hot-welded seams and cap-and-cove finishes, London Flooring Fitters™ provides specialist slip-resistant safety flooring installation across London and the South East. We install trusted Altro, Polyflor and Tarkett systems for commercial kitchens, healthcare facilities, care homes, schools, wet rooms and public buildings.
Our excellent customer reviews reflect the qualities we bring to every project: dependable communication, punctual attendance, careful preparation, tidy working practices and consistently high standards of workmanship. Customers value our clear quotations, knowledgeable product guidance and attention to detail, from the initial survey through to final inspection. The result is durable, hygienic and professionally finished safety flooring, installed with minimal disruption and backed by a service customers confidently recommend.
Healthcare, Education and Care Environments
We install hygienic safety vinyl flooring in hospitals, surgeries, clinics, schools, universities, care homes and assisted-living facilities. Products can be selected for slip resistance, cleanability, durability and visual contrast. Our installations include neat perimeter details, hot-welded joints and coved finishes where required, supporting safer, cleaner and more accessible interior environments.
Hot-Welded Seams and Cap-and-Cove Finishes
For areas requiring enhanced hygiene and frequent wet cleaning, we provide hot-welded seams and cap-and-cove installations. Safety flooring is expertly formed at wall junctions and finished around corners, pipework, drainage points and thresholds. These specialist techniques help minimise dirt traps and create a continuous, professional finish for wet, clinical and heavily maintained environments.
Qualified and Experienced Safety Flooring Fitters
Your installation is completed by experienced flooring professionals with industry training, NVQ qualifications and relevant site credentials. We follow manufacturers’ instructions and recognised trade practices throughout preparation, fitting and finishing. This gives customers confidence that their Altro, Polyflor, Tarkett or equivalent safety flooring has been installed carefully, correctly and to a professional standard.
Professional Service Across London and the South East
London Flooring Fitters™ provides complete slip-resistant safety flooring services across London, Greater London, Kent, Surrey and Essex. From the initial site survey and product guidance to subfloor preparation, installation and final handover, we manage every stage. Customers receive clear quotations, dependable communication and a professionally finished floor designed around their operational requirements.
Our Professional Safety Flooring Installation Process
From the initial site survey through to subfloor testing, expert fitting and final handover, every safety flooring installation is carefully planned around your premises, expected risks and operational requirements
Site Survey, Measurement and Risk Assessment
We measure the installation area, inspect site access and discuss how the space will be used. This includes expected foot traffic, moisture exposure, cleaning routines and potential contaminants such as water, grease, oil or soap. We then recommend a suitable slip-resistant safety flooring specification and provide a clear, itemised quotation covering subfloor preparation, materials and installation.
Subfloor Testing and Preparation Specification
The existing subfloor is assessed for flatness, surface strength, movement, contamination and overall condition. Concrete and screeded substrates are moisture-tested using an appropriate relative humidity method where required. Depending on our findings, preparation may include uplifting existing floor coverings, removing adhesive residues, completing repairs, installing flooring-grade plywood, applying a compatible surface damp-proof membrane (DPM) or using a suitable smoothing compound to create a sound, flat substrate.
Safety Flooring Selection and Installation Planning
We help you select suitable safety vinyl from leading manufacturers such as Altro, Polyflor or Tarkett, considering required slip resistance, expected contaminants, barefoot or shod use, durability and design. Sheet direction, joins, thresholds and perimeter details are planned carefully, together with required drainage connections, hot-welded seams or cap-and-cove installation. Materials are delivered, stored and conditioned in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions before installation.
Professional Fitting, Welding and Coving
Subfloor preparation materials are applied and allowed to dry or cure in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The safety flooring is then accurately measured, scribed, cut and bonded using the specified adhesive. At the appropriate stage of the installation, seams are correctly grooved and hot-welded using the manufacturer-recommended vinyl weld rod. Coved skirting, internal and external corners, thresholds and drainage details are formed to create a secure, hygienic finish.
Quality Inspection, Protection and Handover
Once installation is complete, we inspect the floor covering, adhesion, welded seams, coved edges, thresholds and finishing details. Where agreed and other site work will continue, suitable non-staining floor protection can be applied in accordance with the flooring manufacturer’s guidance. We explain the required curing times before the floor is exposed to heavy traffic or wet cleaning and provide appropriate maintenance guidance to help preserve its appearance, hygiene and slip-resistant performance.
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Got Questions? We Have Answers.
Find quick answers to our most common questions about flooring, installation and our services.
How much does Non Slip Safety flooring installation cost per m²?
Safety flooring installation costs vary based on the total floor area, product specification, subfloor condition and specialist installation details. Factors such as subfloor repairs, moisture testing, surface damp-proof membranes, smoothing compounds, coved skirting and hot-welded joints affect the total price.
London Flooring Fitters™ conducts detailed site surveys and provides clear, itemised quotations so you understand the exact scope and costs before work begins. Although customers commonly call it "non-slip flooring", the correct industry term is "slip-resistant safety flooring", because no floor can eliminate every risk of slipping under all conditions.
What is safety flooring, and how does it differ from standard commercial vinyl?
Safety flooring is heavy-duty sheet vinyl engineered with slip-resistant particles, such as silicon carbide, quartz or aluminium oxide, incorporated throughout its performance layer. Unlike standard commercial vinyl, safety flooring is designed to provide enhanced traction in conditions involving anticipated contaminants such as water, grease, oil, soap or cleaning residues. The correct product must be selected for the risks present within the intended environment.
Where should safety flooring be installed in commercial and residential properties?
Safety flooring is commonly specified where a risk assessment identifies an increased likelihood of slipping caused by water, grease, other contaminants or frequent exposure to spillages. Common applications include:
Commercial Settings: Commercial kitchens, food preparation areas, healthcare facilities, school washrooms, changing rooms and high-traffic public corridors.
Residential & Care Settings: Adapted bathrooms, level-access wet rooms, utility areas and communal walkways in residential care homes.
What do PTV and R-ratings mean for floor slip resistance?
PTV and R-ratings measure slip potential using entirely different test methodologies:
Pendulum Test Value (PTV): The pendulum test is the preferred method used by the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to assess floor slip potential. A PTV result of 36 or above generally indicates low slip potential under the stated test conditions. Test results should state whether the floor was tested wet or dry, the slider used and any specific contaminant applied.
Ramp Test Ratings (R9–R13): A DIN standard ramp test evaluating performance under oil contamination. In addition, barefoot ramp testing uses Class A, B or C, with Class C representing the highest classification within the barefoot ramp test.
Because these metrics evaluate performance under different conditions, product specifications should be chosen based on the precise risks of your space.
Which safety flooring is suitable for wet rooms, care home bathrooms and walk-in showers?
Flooring for wet areas must be engineered for expected moisture exposure and barefoot or shod traction. Suitable options may include Altro Aquarius, Polyflor Polysafe Hydro and selected Tarkett wet-room products, such as Safetred Serenity or Granit Multisafe. The correct product must be selected according to whether users will be barefoot, wearing shoes or exposed to contaminants such as soap and shampoo. Installation may require correctly formed falls, compatible drainage connections, suitable waterproofing details and secure wall-to-floor junctions, depending on the wet-room system and project specification.
When do Altro, Polyflor Polysafe and Tarkett Safetred floors require hot-welded seams and cap-and-cove installation?
Hot-welded seams and formed coved skirting are specified based on environmental risks, hygiene standards, project specifications and manufacturer instructions:
Hot-Welded Seams: Correctly grooved and hot-welded seams create an impervious joint between adjacent sheets using a matching vinyl weld rod. Welding is commonly specified where hygiene, frequent wet cleaning or moisture exposure requires a continuous finish.
Cap-and-Cove Installation: Forming the safety flooring up the wall, commonly to approximately 100mm, using a cove former and suitable finishing detail creates a radiused, easily cleaned wall-to-floor junction. This detail is widely specified in commercial kitchens, healthcare environments and wet rooms.
What subfloor preparation is required before installing safety vinyl flooring?
Specialist safety vinyl requires a smooth, sound, clean and dry base to ensure proper adhesion and long-term performance. Depending on the site survey, preparation may include:
Substrate Preparation: Installing flooring-grade plywood over timber subfloors, repairing surface defects and applying a compatible smoothing compound to ensure an even finish.
Moisture Testing & Control: Measuring relative humidity (RH) within concrete or screeded floors. Where moisture readings exceed the limit permitted by the selected flooring and adhesive system, a compatible surface damp-proof membrane (DPM) may be required
How should non-slip safety flooring be cleaned and maintained to preserve slip resistance?
To maintain slip resistance over time, safety flooring must be cleaned regularly using appropriate commercial methods:
Routine Maintenance: Sweep or vacuum loose debris, then mop using a neutral or alkaline cleaner approved for the selected safety-flooring product at the recommended dilution rate.
Avoiding Film-Forming Cleaners: Where maximum slip resistance must be maintained, avoid metallised polishes, waxes and film-forming products unless expressly approved within the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions.
Periodic Deep Cleaning: Mechanical scrubbing with a suitable cleaning pad or cylindrical brush helps loosen ingrained grease, dirt and contaminants in demanding commercial environments.
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