Author
Nizi Bhandary
Line Marking Specialist, Line Marking Australia
Nizi Bhandary is a line marking specialist with Line Marking Australia, working hands-on across car park, warehouse, road and sports-court projects nationwide. Nizi focuses on AS/NZS 2890 and AS 1742 compliant work and writes these guides to help facility managers, builders and councils get compliant, long-lasting line marking — without the guesswork.
Guides by Nizi Bhandary
45-Degree Angle Parking Dimensions in Australia
45-degree parking dimensions in Australia are designed for efficient space use with one-way flow. Learn how AS/NZS 2890.1 guides these layouts.
Sports Court Dimensions Australia: Basketball, Netball, Tennis & AFL Marking Guide
Exact court dimensions for basketball, netball, tennis and AFL in Australia — full sizes, key markings and line widths, marked to FIBA, INF, ITF and AFL standards.
Line Marking Paint Types Compared: Thermoplastic vs Epoxy vs Water-Based
Thermoplastic, two-pack epoxy or waterborne? We compare the three main line marking paint types by durability, cost, application and best use cases.
Playground Line Marking Ideas, Standards & Cost Guide Australia
Creative playground line marking ideas for Australian schools — from four square and hopscotch to educational games. Safety standards, materials and costs covered.
Tennis Court Line Marking: Layout, Dimensions & Cost Guide Australia
ITF-compliant tennis court line marking dimensions, layout and costs for Australian courts. Singles, doubles, multi-sport — all surface types covered.
How to Start a Line Marking Business in Australia
Practical guide to starting a line marking business in Australia — equipment, licensing, insurance, costs and how to land your first clients. From a network operating since 2009.
Disabled Parking Line Marking: AS/NZS 2890.6 Compliance Guide
Complete guide to AS/NZS 2890.6 disabled parking line marking — correct dimensions, bay counts, colours, signage and how to avoid common compliance mistakes.
Factory & Industrial Line Marking: Safety Standards & Cost Guide
Complete guide to factory line marking in Australia — AS 1318 colour codes, WHS compliance, chemical-resistant options and costs for industrial facilities.
Road Line Marking Standards Australia: AS 1742 Complete Guide
Complete guide to Australian road line marking standards — AS 1742, Austroads AGTTM, state authority requirements and material specifications for councils and contractors.
Warehouse Line Marking: Standards, Safety & Cost Guide (2026)
A complete guide to warehouse line marking in Australia — WHS obligations, AS 4586 slip resistance, colour codes, materials and costs for compliant warehouse floor markings.
Basketball Court Line Marking: Dimensions, Cost & Standards Australia
Exact basketball court dimensions, line marking standards and costs for Australian courts. FIBA compliant marking for schools, clubs and recreation centres.
The Complete Guide to Car Park Line Marking in Australia (2026)
Everything you need to know about car park line marking in Australia — standards, costs, materials and how to choose the right contractor for AS/NZS 2890.1 compliance.
How to Become a Line Marking Contractor in Australia
Everything you need to know about becoming a line marking contractor in Australia. Equipment, licences, earnings by state, and how to find consistent work.
Water Blasting vs Grinding: How to Remove Line Marking Without Ruining Your Surface
Water blasting vs grinding for line marking removal. When to use each method, what happens when you choose wrong, and how to prevent ghost lines.
One-Pack vs Two-Pack Epoxy Floor Marking: Why the Difference Matters More Than the Price
One-pack vs two-pack epoxy for warehouse and factory floor marking. The chemistry, the durability difference, and why two-pack is non-negotiable for forklift traffic.
Council Just Knocked Back Your Carpark. Here's What Happens Next.
Council issued a carpark non-compliance notice? The exact process from receiving the notice to completing rectification and submitting your response.
Aviation Ground Marking to CASA Part 139 MOS: What Aerodrome Operators Need to Know
CASA Part 139 MOS aviation ground marking requirements for aerodrome operators. Runway, taxiway, and apron marking specifications explained.
Thermoplastic, Paint, or Epoxy: The Honest Guide to Choosing the Right Line Marking Material
An honest comparison of thermoplastic, waterborne paint, and two-pack epoxy for line marking. Which material suits your surface, traffic, and budget.
How to Choose a Car Park Line Marking Contractor in Australia
The checklist facility managers, property owners, and councils actually need when hiring a line marking contractor. Insurance, VicRoads approval, fixed pricing, and compliance documentation.
Carpark Line Marking Materials Compared: Paint, Epoxy, and Thermoplastic
A practical comparison of waterborne traffic paint, two-pack epoxy, and thermoplastic for Australian carparks. Covering durability, cost context, and the right application for each.
Night Shifts, Weekend Windows, and Staged Marking: How We Schedule Line Marking Around Your Operations
How we schedule line marking jobs around your operations. Night shifts, weekend windows, and staged marking for warehouses and carparks that can't shut down.
Multi-Storey Carpark Marking: Everything That Needs to Go Down
Multi-storey carpark marking scope explained. Bay numbering, wayfinding arrows, level identification, height clearance markings, and accessible bay requirements.
DIY Line Marking vs Professional Contractor: The Honest Cost Comparison Nobody Does
DIY line marking vs hiring a professional contractor. The real cost comparison including equipment, materials, time, compliance, and what happens when DIY fails.
How to Remark a Shopping Centre Carpark Without Closing It: A Real Staging Guide
How to remark a shopping centre carpark without closing it. Real staging guide covering night work, tenant communication, and accessible bay compliance.
Line Marking in Aged Care Facilities: Why the Standards Are Stricter
Aged care facility line marking requires stricter compliance than standard commercial properties. DDA obligations, TGSI requirements, and accessible bay standards explained.
Line Marking Fading After 12 Months? Here Are the 5 Reasons It Happens
Line marking fading in under 12 months? The 5 most common causes: wrong product, inadequate surface prep, weather conditions, thin application, and traffic abrasion.
Carpark Line Marking Regulations in Australia: What You're Actually Required to Do
AS/NZS 2890 carpark line marking regulations explained for facility managers and property owners. Accessible bays, DDA compliance, state overlays, and what compliant marking actually looks like.
AS/NZS 2890.3 Bicycle Parking: The Standard Nobody Mentions Until Your Development Gets Knocked Back
AS/NZS 2890.3 bicycle parking compliance explained for facility managers and developers. Bay dimensions, access paths, and what councils now enforce.
Ghost Lines After Remarking: Why They Keep Coming Back and What Actually Fixes Them
Ghost lines appearing through your new carpark or warehouse markings? The two types of ghost lines, why painting over doesn't work, and the correct fix for each.
AS 4586 Slip Resistance: The P-Rating Your Carpark Ramp Actually Needs
AS 4586 slip resistance P-ratings explained for carpark ramps and pedestrian areas. What the ratings mean and why most facilities get this wrong.
Why Your Forklift Lane Markings Keep Peeling Off (And How to Fix It Once and For All)
Forklift lane markings peeling off? The five real causes: oil contamination, moisture, wrong product, inadequate profiling, and bad application conditions.
Line Marking in Cold Storage Warehouses: What Works Below Zero
Cold storage and freezer warehouse line marking requires specialist materials that standard products can't match. What works below zero and what fails within weeks.
Warehouse Line Marking in Western Sydney: What the Industrial Corridor Actually Needs
Warehouse line marking across western Sydney. What makes the industrial corridor different and how we handle the heat, scale, and operational complexity.
Line Marking in Melbourne's Western Industrial Corridor: Derrimut, Truganina, and Laverton North
Line marking for Melbourne's western industrial corridor. What Derrimut, Truganina, and Laverton North facilities need and why the corridor is different.
Safety Audit in Two Weeks: How to Get Line Marking Assessed, Quoted, and Done in Time
Safety audit coming up? Step-by-step guide to getting warehouse or carpark line marking assessed, quoted, and completed before the auditor arrives.
Line Marking in Cold Climates: What Changes in Canberra, Ballarat, and the High Country
Line marking in cold climates needs different materials, timing, and preparation. What changes for Canberra, Ballarat, and alpine Victoria facilities.
Council Just Issued a Fix-It Order on Your Line Marking. Here's Exactly What to Do.
Council issued a fix-it order? The six-step process from reading the notice to completing rectification works and submitting your compliance response.
Line Marking at Coastal Facilities: Why Salt Air and UV Degrade Markings Faster
Coastal facilities face accelerated line marking degradation from salt air and UV. What to specify for carparks and warehouses near the coast.
How We Quote Line Marking Without a Site Visit: What We Need and What We Produce
How we quote line marking jobs remotely using plans, photos, and measurements. When we do need a site visit, and what the quote document includes.
AS 1318 Safety Colours: Why Using the Wrong Colour in Your Warehouse Is a Compliance Issue
AS 1318 safety colour guide for warehouses and workplaces. What red, yellow, green, and white mean under Australian standards and why getting it wrong matters.
The DDA Compliance Checklist Every Facility Manager Should Run Through Once a Year
A practical DDA compliance checklist covering accessible parking bays, TGSIs, kerb ramps, and pedestrian crossings. Run this audit once a year.
How Long Does Line Marking Last? (And Why Yours Is Fading Early)
Paint lasts 1-3 years. Thermoplastic 4-7. Epoxy up to 10. Find out why yours is fading early and what product suits your surface and state.
Carpark Line Marking Rules in Australia - What AS/NZS 2890 Actually Requires
Bay widths, accessible parking dimensions, council enforcement and DDA obligations. What AS/NZS 2890.1 and 2890.6 actually require for compliant carparks.
Warehouse Floor Marking Colours in Australia - What Each Colour Means and What the Rules Are
Yellow for forklifts, white for pedestrians, red for fire equipment. The complete warehouse floor marking colour guide for Australian facilities.
Tactile Ground Surface Indicators (TGSI) Guide | Line
TGSIs provide critical navigation cues for people with vision impairment. Understanding AS/NZS 1428.4.
Warehouse Safety Marking Standards in Australia | Line
Australian warehouse floor marking standards combine AS 1319, WHS regulations, and industry best practices.
AS 1742 Road Marking Standards Guide Australia
AS 1742 series governs road marking across Australia including line types, colours, dimensions, and placement.
AS/NZS 2890.6 Accessible Parking Compliance Guide
AS/NZS 2890.6 mandates accessible parking design including bay dimensions, shared areas, and the International Symbol of Access.
AS/NZS 2890.1: Complete Guide to Carpark Standards |
AS/NZS 2890.1:2021 sets mandatory requirements for carpark design and line marking.
Warehouse Line Marking WHS Compliance Guide | Safety
WHS regulations require clear warehouse floor marking for pedestrian safety, forklift zones, and hazard identification.
Strata Body Corporate Line Marking Owner Guide | Line
Strata line marking requires committee approval and understanding of common property rules.
School Line Marking & Playground Carpark Safety Guide
School carparks have unique safety requirements with children, buses, and parent traffic converging.
Hospital & Healthcare Line Marking Requirements | Guide
Healthcare facilities require specialised line marking for emergency access, ambulance bays, and patient drop-off zones. Compliance with AS/NZS 2890.
Shopping Centre Line Marking Management Guide | Line
Managing line marking across 500+ bays requires strategic planning. Learn maintenance schedules, compliance requirements.
How to Read a Line Marking Quote: Understanding Pricing
A facility manager in Preston showed us three quotes for the same carpark project. Prices ranged from $8,500 to $19,000.
Line Marking Removal Methods: Grinding, Blasting,
A warehouse manager in Dandenong needed to reconfigure their entire floor layout. The existing thermoplastic lines had to go completely.
Preparing Your Site for Line Marking | Line Marking
A facility manager in Tullamarine called us last week frustrated. Their new carpark lines were peeling after just four months.
Comparing Line Marking Paint Types: Waterborne, Solvent,
Last month, a warehouse manager in Dandenong asked what paint to use for their loading dock.
CASE STUDIES: TOP INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS
Real industrial line marking projects from warehouses, cold storage, manufacturing, and logistics facilities.
How to Prepare Surfaces Before Re-Marking
Surface preparation determines line marking lifespan. Learn cleaning, degreasing, grinding, and moisture testing techniques that prevent adhesion failure.
SLIP RESISTANCE RATINGS EXPLAINED
AS 4586 slip resistance ratings determine workplace safety. P ratings measure pedestrian slip risk, R ratings assess ramp safety.
Australian Standards Explained for Carpark Compliance
Learn AS/NZS 2890.1 and 2890.6 compliance for carparks. Bay dimensions, accessible parking, line widths.
Line Marking Cost Guide 2025 | Pricing Explained
What affects line marking costs in Australia? Surface type, materials, compliance needs, and project timing all impact pricing.
EV Charging Bay Design & Marking Requirements
New AS/NZS 2890.1:2021 standards change everything for EV charging bays. Wider dimensions, clearances for charging equipment.
Epoxy vs Thermoplastic: Which Is Best for Your Project?
Epoxy lasts 6-8 years indoors, thermoplastic 5-8 years outdoors. Compare costs, durability, applications. Learn which material suits your project best.
School Playground Games That Engage Students
Last September, a primary school principal in Preston called us with a problem. Lunchtime behaviour incidents had jumped 35% over the previous term.
Warehouse Safety: Why Line Marking Saves Lives
Warehouse line marking prevents 68% of forklift-pedestrian incidents. Learn how compliant floor markings reduce injuries, save lives.
How Often Should Carpark Line Marking Be Repainted |
Last Tuesday, a property manager from a shopping centre in Laverton North sent us photos of their carpark. The white lines had faded to a dull grey.
How Often Should Line Marking Be Repainted? | Line
Last Tuesday, a property manager from a shopping centre in Laverton North sent us photos of their carpark. The white lines had faded to a dull grey.