Marking Paint

Marking paint is specialized spray paint designed for clear, temporary or semi-permanent markings on job sites and public spaces. It delivers high-visibility color, quick drying times, and reliable adhesion on asphalt, concrete, grass, gravel, and soil. Contractors, utility locators, surveyors, landscapers, facility managers, and sports crews use marking paint to speed layout, highlight hazards, map underground utilities, and guide excavation or installation with confidence and accuracy.

Most products are inverted (upside-down) aerosol cans used with the can in a downward position for crisp lines and dots. Choose water-based formulas for low odor and easy removal, or solvent-based formulas for maximum longevity and weather resistance. Fluorescent colors boost visibility under daylight and UV, and chalk or temporary paints suit short-term events. Pair cans with marking wands or wheeled applicators to reduce fatigue and maintain consistent line width for construction layout, athletic field marking, and warehouse striping.

Color matters for communication and compliance. The APWA utility color code helps crews read markings at a glance:
- White: proposed excavation
- Pink: temporary survey
- Red: electric power
- Yellow: gas, oil, steam
- Orange: communications, CATV
- Blue: potable water
- Purple: reclaimed water, irrigation
- Green: sewer and drain

Before you paint, verify local requirements and call 811 to locate utilities. Select durability based on exposure to UV, rain, traffic, and equipment. For indoor or occupied spaces, look for low-VOC options. Cold-weather formulas spray reliably in lower temperatures.

Usage tips: store cans at room temperature, shake for at least one minute after the ball rattles, clear the nozzle, and spray 4–10 inches from the surface. Apply light passes, allow proper dry and recoat times, and mask adjacent surfaces to control overspray. Wear PPE, avoid open flames, and dispose of empties according to local regulations. Stencils improve repeatability for arrows and symbols.