Why are roads painted?
Paint on roads is an essential aspect of traffic safety. Marking the roads with paint allows drivers to have a safe driving experience. Marking on the roadsides allows knowing where the road is ending on both ends, allowing one to be on the safe side. Most highways and roads do not have proper sideways. Through marking paints, sideways can be created. This helps drivers to drive safely. This is especially important on highways.
Through Road markings, different lanes can be created. this allows for creating disciplined traffic without investing much.
Road marking at highway!
Also, to mark the road ends, signals, turn around, sidewalks, and diversions, it is important to mark the road with paints.
What Is a Thermoplastic Paint?
A thermoplastic paint is a superior kind of paint best suitable
for roads. It is a paint that becomes hard and durable with heat. As soon as
the thermoplastic paint is exposed to heat, it becomes hard and durable.
Thus, for roads that are exposed to high temperatures and where
normal paint is not able to withstand the high temperatures, thermoplastic is
the best option. Highways and busy roads not only are in a need of quality
thermoplastic paint is the best option.
How is thermoplastic paint different from normal paint?
Thermoplastic paint is different from normal paint as it is a
water-based paint that becomes hard when exposed to heat and sunlight. It is
made of thermoplastic and resins, which allows it to become strong and
flexible.
Not only for roads, but Thermoplastic paint is also suitable for
fireplaces and areas near furnaces.
Why use Thermoplastic paint for Roads?
When it comes to having durable paint for the highways or safety
paint at the playgrounds, Thermoplastic paint is the most suitable option.
Thermoplastic paint is not prone to washing or fading away, it neither chips
off nor becomes dull with harsh weather treatment.
With easy installation, improved quality, better life span, and
easy removal, thermoplastic paint is one of the best options for roads and
highways.
Is thermoplastic paint more expensive than ordinary paint?
As compared to ordinary paint, thermoplastic paint is expensive.
The reason is that it is a commercial paint made with many expensive materials
such as resins and thermoplastic. It is heat resistant, strong, and much
durable. these factors add to the cost of thermoplastic paint.
Benefits of the thermoplastic paint
There are a number of benefits of thermoplastic paints which
are:
· Made from resins, thermoplastic paint becomes liquid when exposed to heat. This allows it to be sprayed evenly on the surface, making the painting process efficient and cost-effective.
· highly durable
· resistant to chipping
· best suitable for highways and traffic areas
· easy to remove
· easy to install
· durable-low maintenance
How is Thermoplastic Road Marking Paint applied?
For having the best results for thermoplastic paint, it is important to have the right equipment. No ordinary machines can be used for thermoplastic paint. Thermoplastic paint can not be hand painted, it requires a piece of special machinery for painting.
The following image shows how TSS Roadex paint is being applied on streets of Pakistan:
Thermoplastic paint is best applied when applied in thin layers. It is applied in layers. Once the first layer is cooled down, the second layer is applied.
Is it viable to invest in thermoplastic paint?
While Thermoplastic paint is more expensive than normal paint. But it is viable to invest in Thermoplastic paint as it is highly beneficial to use thermoplastic paint instead of ordinary paint.
It is easy to install and easy to remove, thus making it the best solution for roads and highways.
It is not labor extensive
It is quick and easy
it is low maintenance
Long-lasting
durable
How to apply Thermoplastic paint?
Following are the steps for applying thermoplastic paint.
· the surface should be clean and dry. the dirty surface would not allow for even a coat of paint and will cause damage to the paint.
· Use a mildew-resisting primer before using thermoplastic paint on the roads.
· Always choose the best company supplying a quality thermoplastic paint
Which is the best thermoplastic paint company in Pakistan?
TSS is the leading thermoplastic paint company in Pakistan. It is operational in Pakistan for more than a decade now and is producing quality thermoplastic paints. Collaboration with a German company has allowed them to produce fine-quality paints. with access to fine-quality minerals that are used as fillers in the paints, TSS is leading a way ahead.
TSS has completed various projects in Pakistan, from national highways to private housing societies. TSS is becoming the name of quality in Pakistan.
The following images show how TSS is ruling the roads of Pakistan:
