Parking Lot Striping Paint

If you are creating lines in a parking lot, outlining a basketball court, or undergoing any asphalt painting project, you need paint specifically designed for use outdoors. Because of the unique composition of asphalt, most paints will not cling to this type of surface. If you choose the wrong type of paint, all of your hard work will peel off after a single heavy rainfall. Parking Lot Striping Paint, also called Traffic Marking Paint, is essential to painting asphalt outdoors because it stays visible throughout time.

Parking Lot Striping Paint is the best type of paint for this job because it is a water-based acrylic paint. It will stay flexible on the pavement without cracking, and is designed to withstand changes in temperature. This type of durable paint will resist dirt and stay highly visible after years of high wear-and-tear.

When To Use Parking Lot Striping Paint

There are many uses for this type of paint. The most common use is to delineate parking stalls in a parking lot, but there are plenty of other uses, too. Here are just a few:

• Arrows in a drive-through or one-way thoroughfare
• Legend identification
• Boundaries for a basketball court
• Lines on a tennis court
• Instructional markings on roads, crosswalks, sidewalks, and more

Depending on the type of project, you may require more than one paint color. The typical color for parking lot stripes is yellow. This is a great option because it will stay visible day and night, and in all weather conditions. White is also becoming more common to use as parking lot stripes. If you decide to use white to designate parking spots, yellow is a great option to show which areas are prohibited to park, such as fire lanes. Blue paint is legally required to mark handicapped spots. Local laws will dictate the exact shape and size of the handicap parking stall markings. If you are painting a sports court, you may wish to use other colors such as green, red, or black.

How To Apply Parking Lot Striping Paint

Parking Lot Striping can be accomplished in two ways: with a machine or by hand. For both methods, you’ll want to repair any large cracks or potholes in the pavement before you get started. Clean the area to make sure it is free of dirt and debris. You can either thoroughly sweep the area or wash it with a pressure washer and wait until the area is completely dry. It’s best to apply the Parking Lot Striping Paint on a warm, sunny day so the paint dries fastest. Make sure there will be no traffic in the area while the paint is wet so it has plenty of time to fully dry.

Then, measure the area to decide where you want to paint the parking lot stripes or other markings. The standard size for parking spaces is nine feet by twelve feet, but you can decide whether you want the parking spots to be angled (at either 45 or 60 degrees) or straight (at a 90 degree angle). Next, use chalk to mark exactly where you want to paint.

Finally, it’s time to paint! Stir the paint to fully mix all the components if they have separated. If you’re using a machine, load it with Parking Lot Striping Paint and roll it over the designated area. Using a machine will ensure you are applying the paint in smooth strokes and in a straight line. Usually, two coats of paint is enough to cover your desired area and ensure the paint adheres to the asphalt. If you are working with a fairly small area, you can apply the paint by hand. For this method, you will need a four inch paint roller. Carefully roll over the chalk line with two coats of Parking Lot Striping Paint. It will be slightly harder to achieve a straight line if you decide to apply the paint by hand, but it is more cost-effective.

For any painting project large or small, Parking Lot Striping Paint is essential to ensure a job well done. This On-Line Flat Traffic Paint from Vistapaint

is the best paint for pavement outdoors. It is 100% acrylic, which is the best type of paint for this job. Additionally, it is water-based, making it safe for the environment. It adheres to all the regulations in federal regulation TT-P 1952B. It was designed for maximum adhesion and durability, and it repels dirt, and resists adverse weather conditions better than any other paint. It can be used to paint lines with air or airless spray equipment, and is remarkably easy to use. Vistapaint’s On-Line Flat Traffic Paint comes in white, red, yellow, blue, green, and black, meaning it will suit all your asphalt painting needs!