How To Prepare For A Parking Lot Striping Project

Most commercial parking lots receive a lot of traffic, which is why the line striping and pavement markings wear off quicker as compared to other surfaces. However, as a property owner or manager, it is your job to keep them visible if you want to avoid all the ramifications of worn-off line striping, including parking problems, an increased risk of accidents, and more.

If you are thinking of investing in a restriping project, there are some things you need to do first.

Hire a Professional Contractor

Hiring a good contractor for line striping is the easiest way to ensure quality results. If you want your line striping to be accurate, aesthetically appealing, and long-lasting, then you require professional help. A line striping expert will be well-aware of the ADA guidelines regarding line striping, possess the required equipment for faster completion and better finishing, and will use the best material for the project.

Clean the Pavement

Paint does not adhere well to a dirty pavement, so for a more durable and smoother coat, you need to give your parking lot a thorough cleaning before the work starts. If you adhere to a strict parking lot maintenance regime, including regular cleaning, then a simple sweep should be enough. However, if your parking lot is not regularly cleaned or receives a lot of traffic, then you need sweeping and washing. Also, make sure to remove all stains from the pavement.

Carry out Repairs

Before work on a sealcoating or line striping project begins, you should first carry out an inspection to see if your pavement needs repairs. Carrying out repairs after the project is completed would mean you have to reinvest in line striping. Thus, to avoid the unnecessary cost and inconvenience of line striping twice, you should get all repair work done beforehand. Also, keep in mind that not all pavement distresses are clearly visible, so it is imperative to get a professional inspection done. It might not seem like a big deal, but this single step can help you save a lot of money.

Minimize Inconveniences

The parking lot needs to be sealed off from all vehicular and pedestrian traffic while line striping is being performed and until the paint dries so the markings are not ruined. However, this causes a lot of frustration amongst people who want to park their cars in your lot. Therefore, to minimize the inconvenience and maintain your property’s image, find alternate parking and send out notifications beforehand to your regular patrons.

Dry all the Moisture

Moisture can impact the results of your line parking lot striping project. For example, it becomes harder for oil-based paint to adhere to your pavement if it is wet. On the other hand, if you are using water-based paint, it will take longer to dry and cure, leading to delays and inconveniences. Therefore, to achieve the best results, keep an eye on the weather forecast before starting work. Also, give your parking lot enough time to dry after a wash before you line stripe the surface.

Affordable Sealing & Striping Inc. offers long-lasting line striping solutions in Fort Collins. Get a free estimate for your parking lot striping project.

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