Line Marking Blog
Welcome to our Line Marking Blog
On this page you will find lots of interesting information and industry news about line marking. We provide a comprehensive range of line marking services for businesses in Brisbane and South East Queensland. Call us on 0423 832 531 to discuss how line marking can improve the safety of people on your site.
Our latest articles are below.
Linemarking on concrete
12:00am, Tuesday 23 April 2019
Linemarking on concrete isn’t as straightforward as you may think, because it’s easy to make a mistake that can jeopardise the entire job. If you need to linemark concrete driveways, car parks, pedestrian areas or mixed pedestrian and vehicle areas, here are the do’s and don’ts that are important. Don’t perform linemarking on new or wet...
Increasing the safety of drivers with reflective line marking in Brisbane
12:00am, Tuesday 22 January 2019
Installing reflective line marking in Brisbane helps drivers to follow road directions and avoid collisions at night when regular non-reflective lines might be difficult to see. It’s likely that most drivers, at one time or another, have experienced problems seeing road lines in bad weather, low light levels or at night. If you are not familiar...
Have you heard of solar powered line marking?
12:00am, Thursday 20 December 2018
It’s not very often that a YouTube video gets over 22 million views, but Solar Freakin’ Roadways has done just that! Why is this video so popular with audiences? It’s most probably because it’s so well-made and edgy (the graphics are awesome!), but it’s also to do with its premise that interconnecting solar powered panels will soon be used for...
What’s the future of line marking?
12:00am, Wednesday 12 December 2018
Recent technological advances in line marking should lead to improved visibility of road lines regardless of the weather, as well as a longer lifespan and increased productivity. There are even smart technologies that can detect when road lines are becoming worn and need to be repainted, increasing road safety significantly. Below you will find...
Increase customer safety with car park line marking and other strategies
6:00am, Wednesday 28 November 2018
Car park line marking is a strategy that helps to keep drivers and pedestrians safe on your commercial property. If your parking area is just an empty lot with no clearly marked parking spaces then everyone will simply park where they will. Drivers may automatically park in lines, leaving enough space between rows so that other cars can drive...
What’s the benefit in using a line marking machine?
12:00am, Tuesday 12 June 2018
Line marking machines make quick work of a job that would otherwise take much longer to complete and give a much more professional finish than can be accomplished by hand. We use these machines for a variety of line marking jobs in Brisbane, because our clients demand a professional finish that will last for years, rather than just a few months,...
Who are the most frequent users of our road marking services?
12:00am, Tuesday 29 May 2018
G and T Line marking provides specialist road marking services to clients in Brisbane and SEQ. Generally, we use a line marking machine to apply these road line markings, as it provides for an easier and smoother application, clean lines, consistent colour and an efficient use of paint. Line marking is a very cost-effective way to increase the...
What are the benefits of thermoplastic line marking in Brisbane?
12:00am, Thursday 17 May 2018
We can all appreciate that line marking in Brisbane helps to keep everyone safe on our roads. One of the biggest problems with linemarking however, is that it fades over time, causing all sorts of problems for road users. It’s not always easy in the daylight to realise that the line marking has faded, but it’s easy to spot at night. Driving at...
Did you know we can supply speed humps in your car park line marking package?
12:00pm, Tuesday 10 April 2018
Car park line marking is the ideal solution for directing traffic through public and private car parks, as well as for organising and optimising parking spaces. Speed humps are an additional feature that can be installed in car parks that have existing line marking in Brisbane or alternatively, can be included in your new package. Not all line...
How do we remove unwanted linemarking on roads?
6:00am, Thursday 22 March 2018
Why do we need to remove linemarking on roads, freeways and car parks? Well line painting doesn’t last forever, because over time it fades and needs to be replaced. Lanes on roads and freeways also need to be realigned for a variety of reasons, temporary markings need to be removed and spaces in car parks are often rejigged to optimise parking....
5 Reasons why warehouse line marking is important
6:00am, Wednesday 14 March 2018
Warehouse line marking is something that many people take for granted, but it’s essential to the efficient organisation and operation of warehouses, particularly large warehouses. Line marking is usually associated with car parks and roads, but it can also be used inside warehouses for five very good reasons. Improved employee safety: Boxes...
Specialist line marking in Brisbane – Tips on using protective security bollards
12:00am, Wednesday 28 February 2018
With terrorist activities on everyone’s mind lately, you might wonder how line marking in Brisbane can be of any help in the situation. Well, protective security bollards are one of the line marking strategies that has become topical with both the Gold Coast Council and Brisbane City Council, who are considering installing them for the...
Is preformed thermoplastic road line marking cost-effective?
12:00am, Thursday 15 February 2018
If your only priority is raw upfront costs, then since preformed thermoplastic road line marking initially costs more than road paint, it’s not very cost-effective. On the other hand, if you include ongoing maintenance and the extended season for road line painting that comes with preformed thermoplastic, then it definitely comes out on top. As...
4 Safety products included in our car park road line marking services
12:00am, Tuesday 30 January 2018
Road line marking is an essential safety factor in all carparks, including shopping malls, hospitals, warehouses and factories. Line painting helps to direct drivers through your complex, indicating parking spaces and one-way systems, as well as restricted areas, no-parking zones, hazard areas, and entries and exits. Road line marking however,...
Line marking in stadiums and outdoor sports areas
12:00am, Monday 15 January 2018
Line marking isn’t just used to designate car parking spaces at your local shopping mall, they are essential for stadiums and outdoor sports arenas as well. Regardless of the size of the sporting arena, professional line marking services ensure that all the spectators know where to park at the event and how to gain entry into the arena. The...
The pros and cons of double line marking in Brisbane carparks.
12:00am, Thursday 30 November 2017
Have you heard of double line marking in Brisbane? Well some shopping centre car parks have started using double linemarking for their car park bays, which has thrown some drivers for a loop, not quite understanding their benefits. Since drivers are much more used to the normal single line marking in car parks, it can be quite confusing seeing...
How line marking plays an important role in the name of safety
12:00am, Wednesday 15 November 2017
Just imagine the difficulty of driving on our roads and even through car parks, if we didn’t have line marking to direct all the traffic and avoid accidents. Without road line marking and car park line marking, city streets, freeways, car parks and large intersections would become death traps for everyone on the road, yet many people still...
Understanding the materials used in road line marking in Brisbane
6:00am, Monday 30 October 2017
Most of us take line marking in Brisbane for granted, instantly recognising them and acting accordingly. Few of us however, actually understand the materials that are involved in making these lines, not realising that it takes skill to know what materials to use and the best way to use them. We often see line marking services in progress on our...
How does line painting help warehouse safety?
12:34pm, Tuesday 17 October 2017
Operating an accident free warehouse is a top priority, but it is also a very complex job requiring employee training, safety signs and line painting. With people and equipment coming and going all day long, it is essential that any warehouse manager has a handle on these three safety factors. Warehouse line marking Line painting is one of the...
Are car park line markings skid and slip resistant?
6:00am, Saturday 30 September 2017
You might never have wondered whether car park line marking is slip or skid resistant, maybe not in outdoor areas, but you might have wondered about indoor car parks. Well, the paint we use for line marking in Brisbane is most definitely skid and slip resistant, and you might be surprised to learn that there are Standards within Australia for...
Projects that demand professional line marking in Brisbane
6:00am, Friday 15 September 2017
Line marking in Brisbane isn’t just about painting lines in the middle of roads, there are many other reasons why councils and businesses might need to use our services. After all, a line marking machine isn’t only a faster way to paint lines on hard surfaces, it also saves money on paint and makes the job much easier to perform. Other benefits...
What equipment is used in line painting and road marking services?
6:00am, Wednesday 30 August 2017
G&T Line Marking is one of the leading companies in Brisbane offering professional road marking services to commercial organisations. We are committed to delivering a high quality product to our clients and to building and maintaining ongoing and productive relationships throughout SE QLD. We have a wide range of well-maintained, line...
Common obstacles with car park line marking
6:00am, Tuesday 15 August 2017
Car park line marking might seem like an easy job, but there are many problems that can occur, both before and during the line painting process. These obstacles can easily trip up inexperienced linemarking companies, resulting in time blow-outs and a poor result, often requiring remedial work at a later date. So if you are considering engaging...
Here are four different ways to use our road marking services
12:00am, Sunday 30 July 2017
Some people think that our road marking services are just used to paint lanes on roads, but they have a much wider application. So let’s take a look at four ways you can use road line marking to improve the lives of everyone on your business’s premises. Car park line marking Outlining parking spaces in car parks helps to avoid cars becoming...
3 Tips on saving money with line marking in Brisbane
12:00am, Saturday 15 July 2017
As we all know, line marking in Brisbane is a safety requirement for most businesses, helping to increase the safety of shoppers and traffic in and around car parks. Linemarking can also be essential inside warehouses and distribution centres, helping to direct forklifts and designate no-go areas. The problem for businesses is that linemarking...
Value for money line marking in Brisbane
12:00am, Wednesday 28 June 2017
G & T Linemarking provides professional line marking services for car parks, factories and roads in the Brisbane and surrounding areas. With more than 15 years in the industry, we have built a solid reputation for our knowledge, skills and our affordability, resulting in a long list of clients who stay with us for years. Other essential...
How long does car park line marking last?
12:00am, Thursday 15 June 2017
Car park line marking is an essential safety component of managing your business, A large area of unmarked tarmac can cause havoc to your customers, delivery trucks and to your employees, with people driving and parking all over the place. The line marking of your car park should clearly indicate the direction of traffic flow and which areas...
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