Abstract: This invention relates to an abrasive-containing surface-finish composition, comprising: an effective amount of abrasive particulates to enhance the non-slip characteristics of said composition, said abrasive particulates having an average particle size of up to about 100 microns. The surface finish-composition can be water-based or oil-based. In one embodiment the surface-finish composition further comprises water, at least one acrylic polymer and at least one synthetic wax. Optional ingredients include one or more alkali-soluble resins, leveling agents, water-soluble solvents, plasticizers, defoaming agents, fragrance enhancers, biocides, and the like. These compositions are useful as anti-slip floor finishes.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition comprising: water; particulate abrasive dispersed in said water, said abrasive having a Knoop scale hardness of at least about 1000 and an average particle size of from about 1 micron up to a U.S. Sieve Series Number of about 50; and an effective amount of at least one thickener to maintain a stable dispersion of said abrasive in said water. The inventive composition can contain one or more surfactants and/or one or more chelating agents. In one embodiment the invention provides for a water-based polish that can be used on any nonporous surface (e.g., glass, plastic, metal, painted surfaces, waxed surfaces, marble, ceramic, soft-precious and semi-precious stones, semi-conductor materials, metallurgical and geological specimens, Formica, etc.).