How to install RetroGrip® inserts
Watch the installation video for a visual overview of fitting RetroGrip® inserts. Read the complete GripDeck® instruction sheet before starting, particularly for uneven decking, steps or public-access areas.
Read the full guide before fitting
The video shows the main fitting sequence. Use it alongside GripDeck’s complete three-page instruction sheet, which covers preparation, uneven decking, cutting and additional screw fixing where required.
See how RetroGrip® inserts are fitted
Watch the fitting sequence, then follow the complete written instructions for your decking and fixing method.
This video is a visual overview. Always check groove compatibility and follow the full GripDeck® installation sheet before fitting.
Five checks for a sound fit
These checks are a quick reference for RetroGrip® inserts. The full PDF gives the detailed preparation, adhesive and fixing instructions.
- Check the groove with a sample.The insert must sit without rocking, with its wings flat against the deck.
- Clean and dry the decking.Remove dirt, grease, algae and cleaner residue from the timber and grooves.
- Prepare the inserts.Keep them clean and stored indoors before installation.
- Apply adhesive and seat each insert.Use the adhesive and method specified in the GripDeck guide, working one insert at a time.
- Allow at least 24 hours to cure.Do not walk on the inserts during the first 24 hours.
When the surface needs extra care
Uneven joints can place extra stress on an insert and its adhesive bond. GripDeck’s guide explains when to cut inserts at board joints and when additional screw fixing may be needed, including on busy or public-access routes.
Read the PDF for the complete cutting, drilling and screw sequence. These instructions apply to RetroGrip® inserts; ask GripDeck® for product-specific advice on Tread20, Tread50 and stair nosings.
Read the manufacturer’s full instructions →Need advice on compatibility?
Send GripDeck® clear photos of the decking or steps, approximate dimensions and details of how the area is used. The team can advise on product suitability and fitting.