A quick search on the internet about the difficulty of cleaning an anti-slip shower tray, and it doesn't take very long to understand just what a major everyday problem this is.
Keeping a standard anti-slip shower tray clean can be surprisingly difficult, and it mostly comes down to the manner in which these trays are manufactured and how the anti-slip surface interacts with dirt, soap, and water.
Standard anti-slip trays usually rely on a rough or heavily textured surface, which is designed to create friction, which in turn prevents the individual from slipping in the shower - all good so far.
But while this texture can definitely help your feet grip the surface of the shower tray, unfortunately, it also makes the anti-slip surface prone to trapping dirt, soap scum, body oils, hair, etc.
The Science Behind Why Standard Trays Are Hard to Clean
Imagine the surface of a typical anti-slip shower tray under a microscope - it would look a bit like a rugged landscape with endless hills and valleys. Dirt particles and soap residue easily get caught between these tiny valleys, and over a relatively short period of time, they build up and become more and more difficult to remove.
The heat of the water from daily showers also encourages the soap scum and deposits to adhere even more firmly to the rough surface, creating layers of grime that require scrubbing and strong cleaners to remove.
Unfortunately, regular scrubbing and chemicals will cause the anti-slip surface to wear down more quickly, reducing its effectiveness and shortening its lifespan. The tray, in essence, becomes the opposite of why it was purchased in the first place. Some shower trays are even made of porous materials. Microscopic holes within the surface of this type of product can trap water and dirt, attracting mold and mildew. Even regular cleaning won't remove the grime, leading to ongoing buildup and leaving the tray looking dirty, even after scrubbing it.
Short-term fixes like anti-slip stickers or mats are no better, with mold and grime easily building up in the moist, damp environment of a typical shower enclosure. Yellow staining of the surface becoming stressful to look at with each visit to the bathroom. Social media searches for solutions and quick fixes to this ongoing nightmare offer endless purchases of chemicals, tools and big promises.
There is an Alternative - SENSTEC.
So, how does the SENSTEC design make cleaning easier?
SENSTEC anti-slip shower trays are different because of the unique, dimpled pattern on the surface of the shower tray. This patented innovation is specifically designed not only for safety and comfort but also for ease of cleaning. The SENSTEC anti-slip shower tray is manufactured using a stone resin core with a smooth, non-porous gel outer coat for the surface, which means there are no hidden spaces for grime to hide. With the help of the aerospace tooling industry, the dimples on a SENSTEC tray have been carefully shaped and spaced to provide an extremely high-level anti-slip surface without creating deep grooves that will trap dirt. With no sharp edges, the smooth gel coating works to make it hard for dirt, soap, and oils to cling to the surface, meaning a quick wipe with warm water and a mild detergent is all that's needed. It took forty-two different prototypes to complete the design.
The science behind SENSTEC's design focuses on creating traction and comfort while, at the same time, avoiding the rough texture that makes standard trays uncomfortable and hard to keep clean. By reducing places for dirt and moisture to get trapped, the SENSTEC tray is naturally more resistant to mold and mildew growth, keeping it fresh and clean with minimal effort. With the integrated dimples design being part of the actual tray itself, there is no ongoing maintenance or need for surface replacement within the lifetime of the tray. SENSTEC's safety, comfort, and cleanability will look and work the same way in twenty years as they did when the tray was first purchased.
No chemicals, no heavy scrubbing, no stress.
The Bottom Line
The main difference comes down to how each tray's surface handles the buildup of grime. Traditional anti-slip trays are rough, making them harder to keep clean without constant scrubbing. SENSTEC's smooth, integrated dimpled design not only keeps you safe but makes cleaning extremely straightforward, too - so you can enjoy a safe, clean shower space without the hassle of constantly searching for ways to clean an anti-slip shower tray.
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