Comparison of Highway Striping Materials: Installation Report

Report No: 80-R24

Published in 1980

About the report:

This study has been undertaken to investigate problems relating to the durability of highway striping materials used by the Department. The research is limited to an evaluation of the durability and retroreflectance characteristics of selected paints, thermoplastics, and preformed tapes recommended by the Materials Division for use as centerline and edgeline striping. The report details the installation procedure only. A final report giving the results and conclusions will be submitted upon completion of the field tests.

Documents

80-R24

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Authors

Frank D. Shepard

Last updated: January 25, 2024