Preparing For Parking Lot Striping

Winter is finally over, the snow is melting, you can finally comfortably walk on pavements again, and the clean air of spring is finally here. But what is that you see on your business’s parking lot, faded pavement markings? While this may not sound like a big deal. The state of your parking lot striping can greatly affect the curb appeal of your property. The fact is faded parking lot striping suggests neglect which can negatively impact your business.

Furthermore, it also puts driving safety at risk as drivers are left unsure of which direction to go, how far apart to park, which can lead to more door ding. Thus, it is every property owner’s responsibility to ensure the parking lot is clearly marked. Thus if you are planning to have your parking lot striped, here are a few things you should consider doing to ensure the process runs smoothly and efficiently.

Inspect Your Parking Lot striping

Winter can do a lot of damage to your parking lot. Hence before you even consider having a parking lot striping, you need to inspect the area and ensure no cracks, potholes, or sinkholes are present. If you find any, they will need to be fixed before any striping can occur. Cracks and potholes, if left untreated will cause further damage to your parking lot. Furthermore, you cannot create smooth, crisp lines with cracks and potholes everywhere. Once the repairs are made (if any were needed), we highly recommend you follow up with a seal coating to protect your parking lot surface from the elements and automobile fluids.

Arrange For Alternate Parking lot striping

The last you will want on your parking lot during striping day are other cars. Therefore ensure you inform all individuals that interact with your parking lot concerning the striping and direct them to an alternative parking space. Put out signs to warn pedestrians that may wander into the lot lest they find themselves walking over wet paint.

Even after the parking is stripped, try to keep everyone off the parking lot for at least an hour to allow the paint to dry completely.

Clean Up The Parking Lot striping

You want to provide the paint with a clean surface for it to stick to. Unclean surfaces actually affect the quality of your paint. Thus it may be a good idea to have your parking lot professionally cleaned before striping. You want to clear the parking lot of any debris, dust, leaves, and rocks. While cleaning up may sound easy enough to do on your own, things like oil residue and waste run-off may be more complicated hence the need to get it professionally cleaned. Remember nothing should be on your parking lot when you are getting it stripped.

Turn Off Sprinkler System (If you have one)

Your parking lot should be bone dry when it is being stripped. Hence you need to turn off your sprinkler systems (if you have one) 12 hours before striping is expected to begin. This is to ensure all water that is in your parking lot is completely evaporated before marking starts. If you have a shaded parking lot or live in cooler temperatures, turn off the sprinkler system 24 hours in advance to ensure complete evaporation.

Hire a Professional

While you may be tempted to DIY parking lot striping, if you want the work done quickly and efficiently, then hiring a contractor is your best bet. They will create for you crisp, smooth, visible lines that will last you a long time while also keeping you compliant with local codes and ADA requirements. Furthermore, they will consider all the minor details to ensure a smooth-running parking lot so that you don’t have to.

Thus if you are looking for a professionally stripped parking lot, then look no further Commonwealth has got you covered.

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Commonwealth Paving, 136 Outerloop, Louisville, Kentucky 40214
Phone: 502-459-7283, Fax: 502-456-2678

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