5. Tactiles

5.1 Tactile indicators are best installed using the purpose made tactile Ceramic tiles or pavers. Using the “BLADED SHAFT” type tactile in rubber (where the individual tactile are all joined on a common strip that is set into a saw-cut in a concrete substrate) are ideal for concrete areas.

5.2 Stainless steel tactile indicators should not be used WITHOUT A RUBBER INSERT ON THE TOP due to their lack of slip resistance. The tactile indicators that are ENTIRELY stainless are slippery and where made to poor standards the stainless manufacture has sharp edges/profile and may injure people in bare feet. Should the client and designer require stainless steel tactile/s that must be notified of the current high risk/injury numbers occurring in high access areas? They must also accept and sign a disclaimer ensure Hutchinson Builders cannot be held liable for injuries due to known risks with respect to this type of tactile installation.

5.3 Timber shrinks, warps, and grows with moisture absorption. The ONLY tactile/s suitable for timber is rubber mats that can be adhered to the timber + mechanically fastened as well. Stainless steel tactiles installed with epoxy or even polyurethane will FAIL