Striping and Surface Treatments Lifespans and Relative Cost
Treatment
Lifespan*
Cost
Sidewalk Chalk
1 day
$
Cornstarch Paint
Tempera Paint
Traffic Tape
1 week
Spray Chalk
Spray Paint
1 – 3 months
Acrylic Traffic Paint
1 – 2 years
$$
Epoxies
3 – 5 years
MMA
Epoxy Gravel
Thermoplastic
5+ years
$$$
*Areas that will be frequently traversed by vehicle tires, will require more frequent reapplication.