White lining is the process of applying paint or thermoplastic materials to roads, parking lots, and other surfaces to create visible markings for traffic guidance and safety. These markings typically include lines, arrows, symbols, and other indicators that help regulate traffic flow, delineate lanes, designate pedestrian crossings, and convey important information to road users.

White is commonly used for various road markings due to its high contrast with asphalt and concrete surfaces, making it easily visible both during the day and at night. 

At JM Clark, we use thermoplastic markings. This is a paint that is heated to high temperatures and applied in a molten state, forming a durable, reflective coating upon cooling. They are highly resistant to wear, fading, and weathering, making them suitable for heavily trafficked roads and areas with harsh climates.

Thermoplastic paint offers several advantages over other types of road line marking paints, making it a popular choice for road markings and pavement markings in various applications: 

1. Durability: Thermoplastic paint is highly durable and resistant to wear, abrasion, and weathering. 
2. Reflectivity: Thermoplastic paint contains reflective glass beads that enhance visibility, especially during night and low-light conditions. 
3. Quick Drying: Thermoplastic paint dries quickly upon application, allowing for rapid traffic reopening and minimal disruption to road users. 
4. Adhesion: Thermoplastic paint adheres exceptionally well to various surfaces, including asphalt and concrete. Its strong adhesion ensures that markings stay in place even under heavy traffic loads, preventing peeling, chipping, or flaking over time. 
5. Environmentally Friendly: Thermoplastic paint formulations are often free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other harmful chemicals, making them environmentally friendly options for line marking projects.

Prices vary from project to project, due to the number of variables involved with the process, including location, time, colours, shapes, sizes, number of markings required. It’s best practice to get in touch with the team at info@jmclarkltd.co.uk to get a better understanding as to pricings as we can accurately deliver a catered quote based upon your specific requirements.

1. Initial Consultation and Site Assessment: We begin with an initial free consultation and site assessment based upon your specificities, this could be a real-life visit to site or completed remotely from our office dependent on requirements.
2. Surface preparation: Once agreed, the surface needs to be prepared and cleared of any unnecessary obstructions.
3. Line Marking Application: The markings are then made, applying the preformed thermoplastic to the desired surface.
4. Quality Control and Final Inspection: We take pride in the work we do, making sure everything is up to specification, checking your site will function just how it was envisioned.

The lifespan of markings can vary depending on several factors. In our experience our thermoplastic line markings have stuck for several years, though the longevity of markings could be affected by:

• Traffic Volume: High-traffic areas experience more wear and tear due to constant vehicle movement. As a result, markings in busy urban areas, highways, and intersections may degrade more quickly than those in low-traffic residential streets or rural roads.
• Weather Conditions: Extreme weather conditions such as heavy rain, snow, ice, and prolonged exposure to sunlight can accelerate the deterioration of line markings.
• Surface Type: The type of surface on which the line markings are applied can affect their longevity. Markings on smooth, well-maintained asphalt surfaces tend to last longer than those on rough or deteriorating pavement.
• Maintenance Practices: Regular maintenance and upkeep can extend the lifespan of line markings. This may include periodic cleaning to remove dirt, debris, and oil build-up, as well as prompt repair of damaged or faded markings. Restriping or repainting as needed can 

Depending on the size of the project, the line marking could take a matter of minutes or a matter of days. Through proper planning, coordination and execution our specialist line marking division are experienced in handling jobs of all sizes, quickly and effectively completing works to a high degree.