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Important guidance on parking signs
Road markings and parking signs are essential for keeping drivers and pedestrians safe. We've already covered the most misunderstood UK road signs, so let's take a look at common parking signs and what they mean. Parking bays There are many rules surrounding...
Which are the most commonly misunderstood road signs in the UK?
Every driver thinks they know all the road markings and what they mean. The current driving test includes learning UK road signs, so there’s really no excuse for getting the most common ones wrong. But with 62% of drivers admitting they were unsure about the...
How ground markings can improve your playground
There is a worry in society that kids are forgetting how to play. Many fear that they have grown too accustomed to using smartphones and other gadgets for entertainment purposes and that this means they don't know what to do when they get time outdoors. Many...
The benefits of thermoplastic line marking
If you are the manager of a car park, a road network, or even highway management - have you thought about thermoplastic line marking? This technique has gained popularity in the transport and facilities management sector, and is becoming recognised as a superior...
The primary colours of parking: what yellow lines, red lines, and blue badges really mean
Road markings are crucial for telling drivers where they can park. But not every driver knows The Highway Code inside-out, and many don’t know the exact rules regarding yellow lines, red lines, and blue badges. If you’re not 100% confident about road markings and...
A guide to warehouse marking colours
Although each warehouse chooses to draw its markings in a slightly different way, there are some standards that tend to remain constant across the board. If you're at a loss when it comes to choosing colours, this guide will give you a helping hand. Yellow...
Make sure your cycle lanes are safe
The road can be a dangerous place for cyclists, but one way to make it safer is by using road markings to create cycle lanes. But it's not quite that easy and there are many considerations to take into account to ensure cycle lanes are as safe as they can be. Types...
Why no road markings are an invitation for accidents
According to the Road Traffic Act of 1988, roads have to be reasonably safe for their users. Therefore, roads that have no markings, faded lines or poorly drawn markings are at risk of violating the law. Road markings are important as they give instructions to...
What do different road markings mean?
Whether you're a learner driver or an experienced driver brushing up on your knowledge, you may be wondering what the different road markings are and what they mean. It is important that you are able to recognise and understand what different road markings mean so...
A Guide to Car Park Markings
Car park markings can stand alone or supplement other traffic control devices to convey regulations, warnings and guidance to drivers. By installing clear and reflective line markings, you can also maximise the available space allocated for the parking of vehicles....