What is Accelerated Wear testing?

Accelerated Wear is a method of testing tiles to project their non-slip properties into the future. Accelerated Wear testing is not compulsory under the NZ Building Code, however, Acceptable Solution D1/AS1 states that all surfaces should meet the durability requirements of the Building Code B2, where the suggested lifespan of a non-slip surface is at least five years with normal maintenance. Many non-slip tiles decrease in slip resistance dramatically after installation so Accelerated Wear testing prior to specification provides assurance that the surface will maintain its non-slip properties and meet the durability requirement.