What comes to mind when you think of road markings? If you remember all the markings on the model town board from driving school, then the simple answer to this question is… a lot! Effective road markings are crucial not only on our roads, but also on runways and parking lots. On this short read, we will give you an insight into the types of road markings available and what to consider when choosing road marking paints.
Types of Crown Road Marking Paint
WB Acrylic Road Marking Paints
A highly durable, water-based coating for marking traffic lines on asphalt and concrete surfaces. The polymer binder is usually an acrylic latex, it is ideal for airfield runways and race tracks. It has a wide range of colors, making it a great selection for parking lots and warehouses. It is environmentally friendly compared to other options.
Thermoline Road Marking Paint
A combination of plasticized resin, aggregate, pigment, and glass beads supplied in powder form. It is hard-wearing and reflective. It is suitable for high traffic area and highways, applied by spraying after heating to 180 degrees. Glass beads and fillers are often added to the paint for extra reflectivity and surface friction.
TP Acrylic Road Marking Paint
A highly durable, Acrylic paint for marking asphalt and concrete roads. It is fast drying, has perfect performance in dry climate, highly visible even in poor weather conditions.
Designed for marking asphalt and concrete roads: long line and crossings, as well as plots in parking lots, concrete or asphalt floors, warehouses, halls, etc. Also suitable for airport runways and is applied either by brush or airless spray.
What to consider when selecting road marking paint?
Rules and regulations; rules and regulations can vary accordingly from country to country.
Location; Road marking can differ depending on where the marking is being placed. Markings that are placed on roads (durability and visibility) are different from those marked on runways (High visibility and reflectivity).
Environment conditions; The conditions the road marking is subjected to will affect how long the paint will last.
To learn more on the different road marking paints please visit Crown Paints Online Shop.
