Is it legal to use anti-climb paint?

Only use anti climb paint where legitimate or normal access is not permitted. You have a legal duty to display a clear warning notice when anti climb paint is used, these need to be easy to see from any angle of approach and repeated every 2 -3 linear metres.

Is anti-climb paint legal in the UK?

Anti Climb Paint Law UK This duty of care applies to everyone, including unwelcome intruders, burglars and vandals. It is also recommended that anti-climb paint is only applied to surfaces which are above 2.1m (7 feet) from the ground. This is recognised as high enough to avoid inadvertent contact.

What is non climb paint?

Anti-vandalism paint (also known as non-drying paint, anti-climbing paint, anti-intruder paint and anti-vandal grease) is a specific type of security paint, used to deter people from attempting to illegally gain access into buildings by scaling walls.

Does anti climb paint deter cats?

Anti Climb Paint and Cats A concern that is often raised regarding the use of slippery, non-drying security paint is how it might affect cats. The anti climb paint manufactured for Insight Security contains no toxic or hazardous ingredients and will not cause any harm to cats or other animals.

What is the law on anti-vandal paint?

Whether it’s your house or your place of work, you legally have a duty of care towards anyone who enters your property. If you clearly sign that you’re using anti-vandal paint, you can discharge your duty of care.

Can I put anti climb paint on my fence?

The paint usually has a slippery finish in order to make it hard to climb a surface. It’s usually a dark paint so it’s likely you won’t want it all over your building. However it can be very useful on surfaces such as drain pipes, wall tops and fences.

Can you put anti climb paint on my wall?

We recommend using Coo-Var Vandalene Anti Climb Paint if you want a simple and effective deterrent. This paint can be used almost anywhere! You’ll want to apply it on window ledges, pipes, walls and even gutters. This paint works by giving your surface a thick, non-drying sticky coat, making surfaces tricky to grip.

Is anti-vandal paint illegal?

What’s the law? Whether it’s your house or your place of work, you legally have a duty of care towards anyone who enters your property. Even to trespassers! If you clearly sign that you’re using anti-vandal paint, you can discharge your duty of care.

How do you use anti climb paint?

Anti climb paint works by forming a slippery surface on anything it is painted on, making it virtually impossible to grip. The paint must be applied thickly (the recommended thickness is 2 to 3mm). Applying the paint to the recommended coating thickness, prevents it from drying out and losing its effectiveness.

Does anti climb paint wash off?

Anti climbing paint is based on a petroleum gel. It will potentially stain skin and clothing raising concerns regarding how best to remove it. Proprietary stain removers can help, but generally a solvent such as white spirit or turpentine, followed by a thorough wash, will remove paint stains from clothing.

Are there any restrictions on where I can apply anti climb paint?

There is no fixed rule but by law you must make sure its reasonably clear, the general interpretation of this is that they must be displayed every 2-3 metres and be viewable from any direction of approach. Are there any restrictions on where I can apply anti climb or vandal paint?

Is it possible to climb non-drying security paint?

Attempts to climb any surface to which it has been applied are almost impossible as vandals and intruders simply can’t get a grip with their hands or feet and the paint will contaminate their skin and clothes. The fact that this security paint is non-drying is what makes it a highly effective anti climb trespass and intruder barrier.

What kind of paint to use on walls to prevent climbing?

Anti-climb (non-drying) paint. Anti-climb paint can be purchased from some DIY centres and locksmiths. It’s usually supplied in 1 and 5 litre tins and is available in a few standard colours. It’s used to deter climbing up rainwater pipes and other building features and over walls and roofs.

What makes anti climbing paint a deterrent to would-be intruders?

Anti-vandalism paint (also known as non-drying paint, anti-climbing paint, anti-intruder paint and anti-vandal grease) is a specific type of security paint, used to deter people from attempting to illegally gain access into buildings by scaling walls. What makes it a deterrent to would-be intruders?