Topic: Deck Surfaces on Queen Victoria and Elizabeth

As Queen Elizabeth nears completion, I do hope a different surface will be used on the exposed deck surface areas, to that on Queen Victoria. I have twice been on QV, in all types of weather and when cold and/or wet, it becomes extremley dangerous, as it is so slippy. I am awre of passengers falling and have myself almost fallen over due to the slippery condition. While I appreciate nowadays, wood may not be an option, serious consideration should be given to the type of surface provided.

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As Queen Elizabeth nears completion, I do hope a different surface will be used on the exposed deck surface areas, to that on Queen Victoria. I have twice been on QV, in all types of weather and when cold and/or wet, it becomes extremley dangerous, as it is so slippy. I am awre of passengers falling and have myself almost fallen over due to the slippery condition. While I appreciate nowadays, wood may not be an option, serious consideration should be given to the type of surface provided.

Am very surprised to hear that, as I would have thought that it was obligatory to have researched surfaces to make sure that they were safe in all weathers? Did not find the QM2s surfaces slippery, so must presume they have a different seal?

Slippery surfaces are the bain of any disabled person, so this fact is well worth bearing in mnd for future cruises, as we were considering the Queen Elizabeth, so thanks for your input Lockhart.

Well, I find that amazing! We travelled on Queen Victoria and crossed the Atlantic in gales and the deck was not slippery. Maybe we wore the correct deck shoes, but not a slightest hint of slip and I have to say I am a walker as in speed walking and never missed a step once. I will soon find out if your prediction is correct as I am booked on Queen Elizabeth.

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Am very surprised to hear that, as I would have thought that it was obligatory to have researched surfaces to make sure that they were safe in all weathers? Did not find the QM2s surfaces slippery, so must presume they have a different seal?

Slippery surfaces are the bain of any disabled person, so this fact is well worth bearing in mnd for future cruises, as we were considering the Queen Elizabeth, so thanks for your input Lockhart.

Thats the beauty of QM2 it's all 'Teak' Decking.

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Thats the beauty of QM2 it's all 'Teak' Decking.

...and Holland America ships too. You do have to take care if you have leather soled shoes when the deck is soaking.

I have noticed that on many new ships you are walking on a photo copy of wood

I suspect, from some comments, it may be a combination of the suface material and different types of footwear. The crew can be seen, during wet weather clearing water from the decks with an implament used in swimming pools, as the water tends to pool unless removed. It was even worse after snow and ice, indeed crew were warning passengers to be careful. All that tends to suggest they are aware in certain circumstances, great care must be taken. However, when dry, there is no problem what so ever. There are statutory and common law regulations regarding any public surfaces, and I'm sure Cunard will be following these to the letter. The comment that they look like "photocopy wooden decking" is spot on. QM2 is teak, and many were surprised QV did not follow suit. Perhaps a change in the regulations?