There are 4 main types of marking materials used throughout the UK on roads, in car parks, warehouses & factories as well as playgrounds, sports areas, bridges, walkways and pedestrianised areas:
Thermoplastic – also containing plasticisers, fillers and glass beads for increased reflectivity. Now available in more colours other than yellow and white this technique has been in use since the 1950’s and accounts for the vast majority of the UK’s road and highway markings.
MMA (Cold Plastic) – A highly durable substance that isn’t affected by heat or cold. It is primarily used for very high traffic areas like roundabouts and junction boxes.
Preformed Thermoplastic – coming in pre cut designs and applied by heating with a blow torch, this highly durable material is often used to apply bike lane markings, directional arrows etc.
Paint – still a versatile and commonly used method of marking for loading bays, disabled ares etc. Ideal where a large area is to be filled with colour…
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