Line Marking Removal and Surface Preparation

We’re here to return your surfaces to their former glory, providing a blank canvas for your line markings. Our team has years of experience in damage-free line removal and surface preparation. We use various methods, from hydroblasting to captive shotblasting, surface planing, and grinding, which gives us the flexibility to adapt to anything you can throw at us.

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Captive shot blast and hydroblast road marking removal

We use various surface preparation tools and techniques comprising traditional and innovative methods. These include:

Damage-free hydro blast road marking removal
Captive shot blast line removal
Captive shot blast surface preparation
Scabbling and surface scarifying
Diamond grinding

Our teams use hand-held equipment and ride-on machinery, depending on the method.

Our surface preparation treatments can be purchased separately or as part of a full-service package, which includes services such as car park marking, road marking, warehouse line marking, and grounds maintenance.

Shotblasting

Our most recent line removal and preparation treatment, introduced in 2012, is the captive shot blasting method. It provides quick results, is cost-effective, and dust-free.

Hydroblasting

Hydroblasting uses high-pressure water jets to efficiently remove line markings without damaging surfaces or using chemicals, offering a faster, safer, and more environmentally friendly alternative.

Diamond grinding

This technique uses abrasive diamond dust to remove the very top layer of the road surface and any old paint. It is cost-effective and produces professional results.

Captive shotblasting for Ayrshire customer

Using the captive shotblasting machine developed in-house, we prepared over 450 square meters of surface for a returning customer in Ayrshire. Our ride-on shotblaster enabled us to turn around the job quickly and effectively. We followed this up with 2844 meters of line painting and 964 square meters of sealant. Investing in surface preparation improved the adhesion of the markings for durability and longevity.

Re-colouring services for old concrete

We also provide re-colouring services for old concrete and colour removal to give surfaces an instant facelift and to help make way for new line markings and surface coverings. Our line removal and surface preparation treatments are useful for various road or car park surfaces. We continually focus on quality and customer service so you know that you are in safe hands.

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Charles Wells LTD

Riggotts cross the line with Charles Wells. Leading pub company Charles Wells Ltd was able to keep within the lines of its tight opening schedule, thanks to a record-breaking turnaround from Riggotts. The company required approximately 15,000 metres of lines to be laid out and marked at its new distribution centre in Bedford. Riggotts completed…

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Ikea Superstore

It was a race against time to finish Ikea’s car park before it opened its newest superstore in Nottingham. With just weeks to go, Ikea came to us for help. They needed a reputable car park line marking company—and we delivered. We completed the job on time and within budget, ready for the big opening.

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Tesco Extra Dudley

Riggotts complete new Tesco Extra store at Dudley. As well as installing all the white lining at the new store, Tesco implemented new red designated areas to the disabled and parent and child parking areas. Riggotts worked closely with the client to source the correct materials for the job – meeting the client’s expectations and…

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London Motor Show

Riggotts took pole position at the London Motor Show after creating a temporary race track and show stand for car enthusiasts to enjoy. The Nottinghamshire-based line marking company was appointed by stand designers to mark out the Aston Martin stand inside the hall at the Excel Exhibition Centre, as well as create a mini race…

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As Bright As You Can Please

Riggotts recently completed line marking and surface coatings for a brand new car park at Winfred Holtby and Tweendykes school. Their work included the use of slip-resistant acrylic coatings, thermoplastic for the bay markings and cold plastic resin for the individual logos. The order was placed by Morgan Sindall PLC on Tuesday, for a rapid…

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