Has anybody had experience with this? What is the best non slippery paint to use please?

I was the safety guy at the shop for many years.
Following OSHA guidelines any incline or change of elevation in the shop (greasy shoes) had to be identified (we used traffic yellow paint and non-skid sticker treads). When the non-skid sticker treads wouldn't work, I just added sand to the paint. It worked and passed OSHA inspections. You don't add a lot of sand and you have to mix it really good.

You could try doing a test on a small section and see if you like the results. As the paint wears, the sand does come off but you just repeat the procedure for maintenance and touch ups.

Edit: You can also mix it into a clear coat and it still works.

Some of you might find this inspirational for your future projects

60 Cool Walkway, Footpath, or Pathway Ideas - CREATIVE DESIGN IDEAS
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qx16y50Oq1U

My sister did a river-rock pathway thru her trellis into her garden and stained then varnished the rocks using crushed sea shells. Looks beautiful and isn't slippery even with snow on them.

Thanks Tom.

I like the mosiac paths best

I've done some bathroom tile work in my past. It looks great but it takes a long time unless you use factory-patterned sheets of tile.

I always wanted a foyer with river rocks in cement coated with a deep clear acrylic coating. I've seen examples but without the deep clear coat. They looked fantastic!

If you are attempting an outdoor footpath as a mosaic, make sure you create a really good foundation, taking measures to prevent upheaval from weather extremes. Make sure you remove tree roots too. You will want a smooth level foundation bed so your patterns are not distorted from stepping on them.

Do you have a design in mind?
Take into consideration how long and how wide you will be making the path.
The dimensions are going to directly affect the cost AND the time required to get the effect you want. You will need lots of patience and discipline.
I hope it works out for you the way you imagine.