- 1918 West 169th Street Gardena, CA 90247
For high-wear parking areas where standard traffic paint fades too quickly, Property Prep Services installs preformed thermoplastic pavement markings across Greater Los Angeles. Significantly more durable than paint — ideal for fire lanes, stop bars, traffic arrows, ADA symbols, high-traffic zones, and areas in need of high visibility/ reflective markings.
Standard traffic paint is the right solution for the majority of parking lot markings — but in high-wear areas where markings are subjected to heavy vehicle traffic or must comply with strict visibility standards, preformed thermoplastic markings offer significantly superior durability.
Preformed thermoplastic is a heat-applied pavement marking material that fuses directly to the asphalt or concrete surface. It is 3–4 times thicker than painted markings, retro-reflective for improved night visibility, and resistant to the vehicle wear and UV degradation that causes painted markings to fade rapidly in LA’s climate.
Preformed thermoplastic pieces are heated and fused directly to the surface as per manufacturer specifications.
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Property Prep delivered fast, reliable, top-quality work from start to finish. Professional, efficient, and the results completely transformed our parking facility.
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Traffic paint lasts 1–3 years in heavy-traffic areas. Preformed thermoplastic typically lasts 5–7+ years in the same location.
Thermoplastic is commonly used in high-traffic areas such as stop bars, directional arrows, crosswalks, and other markings that are frequently worn by vehicles. Its durability helps extend the life of these critical pavement markings.
Preformed thermoplastic markings are typically ready for vehicle traffic in approximately 1 hour, depending on site conditions. Actual cooling and cure times may vary based on the material used, pavement temperature, weather conditions, and installation method. Our team will provide project-specific guidance to ensure the markings are ready for traffic while achieving optimal adhesion and long-term performance.
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