Tactile paving

Tactile paving is a special floor covering with a raised, textured surface that helps people with visual impairments move through a space safely. Using a cane or the sole of a shoe, a person with low vision reads the texture and understands which way to go and where an obstacle lies ahead.

There are two main types: directional tiles with parallel bars indicate the direction of travel along a route, while warning tiles with cones or squares mark hazardous areas — the top of a staircase, the edge of a platform, a pedestrian crossing, or a building entrance. The catalogue features products in a range of materials — polyurethane, rubber, concrete and stainless steel — suitable for use both indoors and outdoors in any weather.

Tactile paving is installed on pavements, at entrances, on staircases, at public transport stops, and in shopping centres, hospitals and government buildings. The contrasting colour of the covering (usually yellow) further helps people with low vision spot the markings.

Well-laid tactile paving creates a continuous, safe route from the entrance to the room you need, linking staircases, doors and waiting areas together. It is important to combine directional and warning elements correctly and to keep a consistent layout spacing — only then can a person with a visual impairment confidently travel the whole route without assistance. We will advise on the layout plan and help you choose a covering that keeps its texture even under heavy footfall.

The sizes, colour and texture patterns are designed with the requirements of applicable accessibility norms for people with reduced mobility in mind. We help you calculate the quantity of tiles needed for your site, provide delivery across Tashkent and Uzbekistan, and offer professional installation. Get in touch for a free consultation.