DuraStripe® & LeanStripe® Floor Marking Solutions vs. Painted Floor Lines

Did You Know?

The average cost to paint industrial floor lines is about $6.00 USD (€6.00) per linear foot (≈ €19.70 / linear meter). By contrast, applying DuraStripe® or LeanStripe® Peel & Stick costs only $0.80 USD (€0.80) per linear foot (≈ €2.60 / linear meter) — without the downtime, labor, or hassle of painting.

No wonder many companies are seeking alternatives to traditional painted lines. DuraStripe® and LeanStripe® remove costly steps such as:

• Hiring skilled labor
• Extensive surface preparation
• Drying and curing downtime
• Cleanup and rework

The result? Instant savings and long-term reliability.

A Lean Management Advantage

Peel-&-stick floor marking systems align perfectly with Lean and 5S methodologies. Beyond striping, you can integrate:

• Signs, Shapes & Icons – Corners, T’s, arrows, footprints, and Pux (circles) for organizing workflows.
• Inline Message Rolls – Text and repeating safety messages printed directly on striping.
• Glow-in-the-Dark Solutions – For evacuation routes and low-light safety.
• DuraViews® & Bar Codes – Protect temporary signage and streamline material flow.
• Color-Coded Zones & Recycling Markers – Ensures items return to the correct place every time.

This makes DuraStripe® and LeanStripe® not just a replacement for paint, but a complete visual communication system for continuous improvement.

Advantages of Peel & Stick

• Simply peel and stick to install — no downtime, no cure time.
• Exceptional durability — withstands forklifts, pallets, carts, chemicals, and heavy foot traffic.
• Backed by a 2 or 3 year warranty (depending on product).
• Safe installation — no harmful gases, solvents, or VOCs.
• Unlimited versatility — signage, letters, numbers, shapes, inline text rolls, glow strips.
• Wide color range — standard and custom options available.
• Environment-specific solutions — Xtreme for polished floors, Cold Storage for freezers, Supreme V for versatility, LeanStripe for maximum adhesion.
• Easy to remove and reconfigure — flexible for evolving facilities.

Limitations of Paint

• High cost — averages $6.00+ USD (€6.00+) per linear foot (≈ €19.70+ / linear meter).
• Time-consuming — requires masking, prep, and skilled labor.
• Downtime required for drying and curing.
• Difficult removal when layouts change.
• Hazardous fumes during application.
• Chipping and cracking over time, requiring costly touch-ups.
• Limited functionality — only produces a line, no signage, shapes, or glow options.

At a Glance

Summary

Painting is the old way—slow, costly, and inflexible. DuraStripe® and LeanStripe® are the modern solution:fast, durable, flexible, and fully aligned with Lean/5S visual management.

They don’t just mark your floors—they organize, communicate, and protect your facility.