Where Is Floor Marking Tape Used?
Floor marking tape is used wherever there are hazards or to create aisles and spaces. Businesses across the UK use these tapes for a variety of different reasons; wherever you need to segregate stock or warn of its hazardous nature, floor tape can help.
How Is Floor Marking Tape Applied?
Floor marking tape can be applied in a number of ways. However, the recommended method is through a floor tape applicator. The process is to:
1) Clean and dry the floor.
2) Sketch out a guide of the tape using something like chalk.
3) Use the applicator to ensure lines stay straight. We’ve discussed this topic in detail with our blog post ‘How to Use a Tape Applicator Properly’.
What Colour Floor Tape Do I Need?
The colour and pattern of tape you choose is very important as each type communicates a different hazard or use. Find our floor tape colour guide below:
White – Used to mark equipment.
Red – Used to mark metal waste and scrap.
Orange – For inspection.
Yellow – Used to establish aisles and organise people traffic.
Green – Used to mark finished products awaiting export.
Blue – Used for pre-processed materials.
Black – Used for in-process materials.
Black and Yellow – Used to mark hazards, height restrictions and radioactive equipment.
White and Red – Used for fire-related uses, such as marking fire equipment, flammable materials and no-smoking zones.
White and Green – Used for first aid and medical-related uses, such as emergency exits, medical equipment and first aid zones.
