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Tips for Line Marking
Professional line marking is pivotal within any space, whether that’s on a factory floor, car park, road or even a school playground. Ensuring that you have clear and well-defined lines will not only enhance the overall appearance of your premises, but also plays a crucial role when it comes to safety, organisation and efficiency.
So, how do you achieve that? At Line Mark, our customers trust the experience and craftsmanship of our team. Over the years, we’ve worked in a wide range of environments to refine our skillset even further. Whether you’re a facility manager, sports coordinator or health and safety officer, read on to learn the tips and tricks our experts use when line marking your projects.
1. Plan and Measure
Before diving into your line marking project, take the time to plan your vision and layout carefully. Whether you want to create new parking spaces or demarc a pallet loading bay, we always refer to a design with accurate measurements. This makes projects quick and easy, determines the materials we need and can avoid any costly mistakes later on.
2. Use High Quality Materials
We only use high quality line marking materials and equipment that create vibrant, durable and long-lasting lines – it also helps to make for a seamless application! It’s important to note that the surface that you need work on will also determine the type of paint, tape and chalk that you use.
3. Prepare Your Surface
A key secret to achieving professional line marking is surface prep. Before applying any lines, we ensure that the surface is clean, dry and free from dirt or debris. The paint we apply will therefore adhere better, resulting in a more professional finish and improving the longevity of your markings.
4. Safety First
Many of the projects that we work on come with their unique health and safety risks. We advise that you always use the appropriate safety gear, such as gloves, masks and eye protection. We always take care in high-traffic areas and indoor industrial spaces to ensure our team and our customers are safe at work.
5. Creating Straight Lines
If you lack the years of experience and precision that our team have, creating straight lines can be challenging. Using the correct tools, however, can be a huge help; string lines, chalk lines or laser guides can help to maintain accuracy and create a straight line over long distances.
6. Consider Accessibility
We follow accessibility guidelines and regulations to ensure your workplace is more accessible for people with disabilities. This includes marking spaces to designate disabled parking spaces and entrances with proper signage and symbols.
7. Regular Maintenance
By nature, line markings are subject to wear and tear over time. They’re often applied in high-traffic areas where this is unavoidable. To combat this, we recommend regular maintenance to ensure that your lines stay fresher for longer so that they’re visible and safety is consistently maintained.
8. Line Colours
In certain environments, the colour of your lines can be incredibly useful. For example, using different colours in different zones in a factory can significantly enhance the efficiency and organisation of operations.
9. Environmental Impact
We all try to be more climate-friendly where we can. If possible, opt for an eco-friendly marking material such as paints with low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) content and consider biodegradable takes to reduce your environmental impact.
10. Test Before Full Application
Before applying your lines on a large scale, we recommend trying a small tester first. This allows you to check the colour, adhesion and overall result of the chosen materials to ensure it’s right for you before you complete the full application.
11. Seek Professional Help
If you have a complex or large scale project, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team of professionals. Investing in professional line marking companies such as Line Mark ensures that you have the expertise, equipment and experience for a high quality and long lasting finish.
Line Marking Solutions
Line marking is more than just paint on the ground; it’s about creating a safe, organised and efficient environment where your business can thrive. Planning ahead, using quality materials and following our line marking times will help to achieve clear and durable lines that positively impact your space for years to come.
Whether you need a car park to guide drivers or a factory floor that enhances productivity, don’t hesitate to seek professional advice. Contact our experts to discuss your project and budget requirements today.
