a sorbent article comprises a sorbent layer having first and second major surfaces and a texturized polymeric skin layer secured to the first major surface of the sorbent layer . the article has a stiffness of about 200 n / g . cm - 2 or less . an article of this construction has excellent sorptive and non - slip properties , making it well suited for use on floors and other work surfaces . wet kinetic coefficients of friction of 0 . 4 and greater can be demonstrated by the inventive articles . the article improves the safety of persons who need to stand , walk , or otherwise safely function on floors or other surfaces that are susceptible to wet conditions .