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KiwiGrip: A New Standard in Marine Non-Skid Protection

KiwiGrip has earned a devoted following among boaters, boat builders, and marine professionals worldwide by rethinking how non-skid deck coatings work. Developed by a New Zealand yachtsman and brought to market through PYI Inc., KiwiGrip set out to solve a problem that plagued every sailor and powerboater who had ever dealt with a slippery, worn-out deck: traditional non-skid coatings rely on fillers — sand, walnut shells, rubber flecks, or beads — that inevitably wear down, fall out, and leave a surface that is both unsafe and nearly impossible to refinish cleanly.

KiwiGrip's solution was elegant in its simplicity. Rather than mixing grit into the coating, KiwiGrip is a homogeneous, water-based acrylic polymer whose texture is created entirely by the application technique. Using the brand's proprietary textured roller, applicators can dial in exactly the grip level they need — from a gentle, fine-pebble finish suited to a family cruiser, to an aggressive, high-traction surface built for offshore work or commercial workboats. Because there are no fillers to wear through or fall out, the non-skid surface remains consistent and durable over the long haul.

Why Boaters Choose KiwiGrip

• Filler-free formula: As a homogeneous material, KiwiGrip does not suffer from the filler-loss problems that compromise traditional non-skid coatings over time.
• Adjustable texture: A single product delivers everything from a mild pleasure-boat finish to an industrial-grade, aggressive grip — simply by varying roller technique.
• Water-based and non-toxic: The low-VOC, water-based formula makes application safer and cleanup as simple as soap and water.
• UV-stabilized for lasting color: KiwiGrip is UV-stabilized to resist yellowing and color fading, preserving the appearance of your deck season after season.
• Broad surface compatibility: Adheres to fiberglass, wood, aluminum, concrete, epoxy, vinyl, metal, and more — making it versatile well beyond the marine environment.
• Tintable: The white base can be tinted with any water-based universal tint system, opening up a wide range of custom color options.

From Pleasure Boats to Commercial Workboats

One of KiwiGrip's greatest strengths is its versatility across vessel types. Whether you're refreshing the cockpit sole of a weekend sailboat, re-decking a center-console fishing boat, or applying traction surfaces aboard a commercial workboat, KiwiGrip scales to the demand. The brand's full line of non-skid products — including coating kits with the specialized roller — gives boaters everything they need to tackle a deck project with confidence. It has been applied to tens of thousands of vessels worldwide, a testament to its proven performance in real-world marine conditions.

For anyone looking to restore deck safety, improve aesthetics, and apply a coating that will actually hold up over time, KiwiGrip represents one of the most thoughtfully engineered solutions in the marine finishing world.