Wooden and steel walkways both serve the practical job of getting you from one place to another, but also serve different functionality and aesthetics throughout various environments. 

Wooden walkways are often used as golf cart bridges, dune crossovers, docks, boardwalks, pedestrian bridges and vehicular timber bridges.  They are code compliant and blend well with nature.  The number one reason a person invests in wooden walkways is purely for the appearance.  Wooden walkways enhance the pathways around gardens, woods and other features.  Due to the fact that wooden walkways are not as durable, they may not be able to withstand harsh weather conditions.  Also, they may become slippery while wet due to the absence of slip resistance.

Steel Walkways are used in almost every industry and applied to all sorts of applications; heavy duty or light duty.  A finish that would be ideal for outdoor environments would be galvanized steel because it is protected against corrosion, aesthetically pleasing and reliable.  It also has been shown to last 50 years under water without rusting.  SlipNOT® has provided non-slip galvanized steel walkways for many outdoor applications where high traffic is present and complete slip resistant coverage is vital.  If slip resistance is necessary, SlipNOT® can provide a variety of different non-slip steel walkway options.

Steel and wooden walkways offer a nice look no matter what surrounds them.  Wooden walkways may offer a more natural look blending in with a field or park, but may not be the most durable option.  Steel walkways offer a sharper, clean look, and if SlipNOT® is utilized they also bring full slip resistance coverage and longevity.

Filed under: Steel Walkways, Walkways by Beth Faraci Social tagging: steel walkways > wooden walkways