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Straight roads as we know them have been around for over two thousand years, thanks to the Romans. Road markings, however, are more of a recent invention. In this article, the Northern Marking team will be taking a deep dive into the history of road markings in the UK. The Introduction of road markings in […]
Read MoreChildren are known for having wild and vivid imaginations, which is why some simple playground markings can go a very long way to keeping them entertained for those long lunch hours. In this article, the Northern Marking team will be covering some popular and effective playground marking designs, so you can make the most out […]
Read MoreRoad markings play a crucial role when it comes to safety on the roads. Just as important as road signs, markings are designed to help motorists identify traffic lanes, alignment changes, provide warnings, mark parking bays, give way instructions and provide information on restrictions. All road markings should be easily identifiable during the day and […]
Read MoreOne of the most important steps that you have to take when starting any line marking project is getting the right paint for the job. There are many different types of line marking paints out there, some which are better suited for indoor jobs, some for outdoors, and so on. In this article, we’ll be […]
Read MoreWith electric vehicles set to eventually dominate the roads, and with there being currently no standardisation when it comes to electric parking bays, it’s not always clear exactly what electric parking bays should look like. This is especially problematic given that we’re starting to need more and more of them. In this article, the Northern […]
Read MoreIf you’ve ever felt confused when it comes to parking bays or just parking in general here in the UK, then this article is for you. We’re going to be covering the different types of parking bays that you might see and what the different line markings and signals mean. Off-street parking bays Off-street parking […]
Read MoreDespite encountering them everyday in our vehicles, not everyone knows what the different road markings mean. They all play a crucial role in our day-to-day lives, so it is vital that we understand them. Junction road markings explained A busy junction will contain a number of different markings, the most common of which is give […]
Read MoreSometimes it feels that roadworks are going on around us all the time. And we’ve all had that particularly annoying thing whereby as soon as one company has finished digging a road up – to replace gas pipes, for example – then five minutes later it’s being closed again by the water company or for resurfacing. […]
Read MoreHealth and safety in any workplace is important, but warehouses and factories can be particularly hazardous if sensible precautions are not taken and enforced. No matter how good your health and safety record, you should never rest on your laurels, so the team here at Northern Marking has come up with five ideas for improving […]
Read MoreWhether a road needs to be changed or the initial line marking work wasn’t carried out to high standards, it’s not uncommon for road markings to be removed. In this article, the Northern Marking team will be covering the main different road marking removal methods, ensuring that you have a complete understanding of when and […]
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