Expert Insights and Tips for Line Striping and Pavement Maintenance

A Journey Through the History of Pavement Markings When you drive into a well‑marked parking lot at 1‑800‑Striper Northwest Chicago, you're part of a long legacy that traces back to the birth of pavement markings in the Midwest. 1. The Milk Trail in Michigan In 1911, Edward Hines in Michigan noticed a milk w...

Partnering for Better Parking Lots: Why Contractors Choose 1-800-Striper Northwest Chicago At 1-800-Striper Northwest Chicago, we believe that great results come from great partnerships. That’s why we regularly work hand-in-hand with paving contractors, sealcoating crews, and pressure washing companies throughout th...

Revitalizing Parking Lots in Chicago: Recent Striping Projects at Mariano’s and Patel Brothers Parking lots are often the first impression a customer has of your business—and at 1-800-Striper Northwest Chicago, we make sure that impression is a strong one. Recently, we had the opportunity to complete several high-...

Fresh Lines, Safe Spaces: Parking Garage Striping in Northwest ChicagoBy 1-800 Striper – Northwest Chicago If you've driven through a parking garage lately, chances are you've seen faded lines, worn-out arrows, or barely visible parking stalls. At 1-800 Striper – Northwest Chicago, we specialize in revitalizin...

A well-marked space isn't just about looks—it’s about efficiency, safety, and compliance. Whether you're managing a small parking lot, huge warehouse, or popular sports facility, line marking (or striping) plays a significant role in keeping things organized. At 1-800 Striper, we deliver sharp, durable paveme...

      Is your parking lot looking worn and faded? Did the snow and salt rub off some of the stripes in your parking lot this winter? Those snow plow trucks can do a number to your lot. You might think it's time for a costly sealcoating or repaving project, but there's a more affordable solution th...

  [caption id="attachment_4214" align="aligncenter" width="2049"] US Senator Tammy Duckworth[/caption] It was November 12, 2004 when the pilot of a U.S. Army Helicopter pilot in Iraq was hit by an RPG. The RPG exploded in the Pilots lap, vaporizing the Pilot’s right leg, while leaving the left leg and right ...

[caption id="attachment_4211" align="alignnone" width="1024"] AI generated photo of an Autonomous car being tested out.[/caption] The other day I saw a video of someone driving into a shopping center parking lot. The person got out of the car at the front of the store, and the car, with no driver, went ahead and par...