Line Removal That Actually Eliminates Ghosting
Changing your carpark layout? Old lines showing through new paint? Ghosting creates confusion and looks unprofessional. We use high-pressure water blasting and mechanical grinding to remove old markings completely, leaving a clean surface for fresh marking. Proper removal is the difference between professional results and a mess that shows through for years.
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Why Proper Removal Matters More Than You Think?
A shopping centre in Cheltenham learned this lesson the expensive way. They'd changed their carpark layout and had a contractor paint over the old lines with black paint before applying new white lines. Six months later, sun exposure had faded the black cover paint and the old layout was showing through everywhere. Drivers were following ghost lines to the old layout. Complete confusion.
They called us to fix it. We had to remove everything, old lines and new, and start fresh. That job cost three times what proper removal would have cost initially.
Here's the thing about covering old lines: it never works long-term. Paint fades at different rates. The darker cover paint will fade faster than white lines underneath. Within 12-18 months, you'll see ghosts of the old layout. The only real solution is removal.
We use two main removal methods. Water blasting at 3500-4000 PSI strips paint without damaging good asphalt surfaces. It's our preferred method for most carparks. Mechanical grinding is used for thicker coatings, thermoplastic, and areas where water containment is difficult.
Key Benefits
Complete ghosting elimination
Surface-appropriate methods
Better adhesion for new markings
Layout change freedom
Combined removal and remarking
Environmental compliance
Site Inspection
Free assessment and detailed quote
Professional Marking
Expert application with premium materials
Quality Assurance
Final inspection and compliance sign-off
Compliance Standards
Environmental Protection for Waste Water
EPA Victoria Guidelines, Water blasting waste water contains paint particles and must be contained and disposed of properly. We capture waste water and dispose according to EPA requirements.
Carpark Remarking Standards
AS/NZS 2890.1:2004, Parking facilities Part 1: Off-street car parking. When removing lines for layout changes, the new layout must still meet this standard.
Work Health & Safety During Removal
WHS Regulations 2017, Work Health and Safety requirements for operating high-pressure water equipment and grinding machinery. Our operators are trained and follow safe work procedures.
Road Surface Protection
Austroads Guide to Pavement Technology, Guidance on maintaining road surface integrity during line removal operations. Water pressure and grinding depth must not damage the underlying pavement structure.
Dust Control During Grinding
AS/NZS 1269.1:2005, Occupational noise management and dust control requirements during mechanical grinding operations. We use dust suppression techniques where grinding is required.
Stormwater Protection
Environment Protection Act 2017, Prevention of pollutants entering stormwater systems. Line removal waste must not discharge to stormwater drains or waterways.
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All our work meets or exceeds Australian Standards and state road authority requirements
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AS 1742
Traffic Control Devices
Specifies line colours, widths, arrow designs, and placement for road markings. Ensures all traffic control devices meet national safety standards.
AS/NZS 2890
Parking Facilities
Covers bay dimensions (2.4m × 5.4m standard, 3.2m × 5.4m accessible), aisle widths, and traffic flow requirements for compliant parking areas.
AS 4586
Slip Resistance
Defines slip resistance classifications (P rating) for pedestrian surfaces. Critical for wet areas, ramps, and high-traffic zones.
AS/NZS 1428
Access & Mobility
Sets requirements for accessible parking bays, tactile indicators, and mobility access. Essential for DDA compliance and accessibility audits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can, but we don't recommend it for layout changes. Black paint over white lines will fade at different rates, and within 12-18 months you'll see ghosting of the old layout. For simple remarking over existing lines in the same position, painting over is fine.
Water blasting uses high-pressure water (3500-4000 PSI) to strip paint without damaging the underlying surface. Grinding physically removes the top layer of surface along with the paint. It's needed for thicker coatings, thermoplastic, or where water containment isn't practical.
Time depends on area, coating type, and method. Water blasting typically removes 50-100 linear metres per hour for standard paint. Thermoplastic takes longer. Grinding is slower but more thorough.
Water blasting at correct pressure removes paint without damaging good-quality asphalt or concrete. Grinding does remove a thin layer of surface material but creates a slightly textured finish that actually improves paint adhesion.
We capture all waste water using containment systems and vacuum recovery. The contaminated water is transported to licensed waste facilities for treatment. No discharge to stormwater drains.
Yes, thermoplastic usually requires mechanical grinding rather than water blasting due to its thickness and adhesion. Grinding removes the thermoplastic along with a thin layer of surface. The area is then ready for new markings.
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