Photoluminescent solvent-based paint – Yellow

Type of product: Glow in the dark paint which charges in daylight and glows in the dark
Color of paint: yellow
Uses of paint: bicycle and pedestrian facilities, industrial safety, temporary work zones

Luminous road paint for urban markings

LuminoKrom® glow in the dark paint is unique on the market… With over 5 years’ experience of its technology, our markings can attest to unrivalled performance. Our paint improves visibility and safety on pedestrian areas and cycle paths throughout the night, up to 6 hours, without fatigue.

From €83/m²

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Description

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION – Glow in the dark solvent paint

Glow in the dark solvent product is ideal for applications and contexts where night-time visibility is crucial. It is typically used for safety signage on roads, cycle paths and crosswalks, as well as for signage in industrial environments and public spaces.

In addition to improving night-time safety, it offers an ecological solution by reducing the area’s or town’s dependence on electricity, while minimizing environmental impact thanks to the absence of CO2 emissions and the need for costly installations.

It charges during the day, using sunlight or artificial lighting, and lights up as soon as the marking paint is plunged into darkness. Like a real “fluorescent luminous guide”, visible for many hours and up to 80 meters away, LuminoKrom® glow paint accompanies gentle night-time travel.

PAINT PERFORMANCE

Long-lasting luminosity : 6-hour autonomous luminescence duration
Certified E Class (CE ISO17398 standard)
Recharges in daylight, even under cover in the middle of a forest or in poor conditions (rain, fog…)
Product recharge capacity in just a few minutes

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

PRODUCT FEATURES

Patented French quality technology
Day and night colors: yellow/green (also available in white or almond green color options)
Operates without electricity or CO2 emissions
Simple to use: as quick and easy as conventional road marking product
Paint application recommended by spray or airless machine
Use on all types of surface: bitumen, asphalt, concrete, asphalt mix... (also available for metal surfaces)

TECHNICAL DATA

High luminescence (CE standard ISO17398) : Class E (6 hours)
(+1800mcd/m2 at 2 min; +55mcd/m2 at 1h) measured by a COFRAC-accredited laboratory
Dose 900 g/m² to be applied on a white undercoat of paint
High slip resistance (Standard NF EN1436) : SRT > 0.50 (0.70 with added aggregate)
Glow products resistant to abrasion, repeated use and general wear and tear
Good resistance to freeze/thaw cycles

SIZES & PACKAGING

10 kg and 20 kg paint pots

USES

FIELDS OF APPLICATION

Cycling and pedestrian paths
Industrial and private marking
Work zone markings for temporary signs
Trafficked roads (subject to experimental protocol approved by public authorities)

CONTEXTS OF USE

Continuous and discontinuous axial lines or edges
Temporary and work zone signs
Dangerous sidewalks and curbs, crosswalks
Dividers, concrete narrowing, traffic circle kerbs, chicanes

APPLICATION

TIPS FOR EFFECTIVE SOLVENT-BASED PAINT APPLICATION

The road surface you have decided to paint must be at least one month old before use. It must be dry, clean and free from all traces of pollution, oil or grease (from the ambient air or repeated passage of vehicles - car or motorcycle).

The surface to be painted must not be subject to rising damp through capillary action, and must be sufficiently rough to allow the coating to adhere. If necessary, the surface can be washed and dried before applying the glow in the dark paint.

It's crucial to apply the photoluminescent markings over a first coat of white paint. This white color undercoat amplifies the luminous effect of the phosphorescent paint.

Our road paint, available from stock in a variety of colors – yellow, green and white, can be applied in different ways: with an airless machine or a pneumatic spray gun. The machines are used for professional road markings, thanks to their spray systems which enable fast, precise application. The airbrush gun is ideal for small areas on the floor or wall, as well as for signage markings, ensuring uniform application.

LuminoKrom® glow in the dark paint is ready-to-use and requires no dilution before use. For further information, please consult the technical data sheet for each phosphorescent product in our range.

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Steps for applying yellow solvent-based paint

Clean the area to be painted with water or a suitable cleaner.
Use tape or stencils to mark the lines or symbols to be painted, to ensure clean, precise lines. This also delimits the areas to be painted and protects surrounding areas.
Apply the first white undercoat at a dosage of 400 g/m².
Allow the first coat to dry for 30 minutes. It is important to respect the drying time of the undercoat before applying one of our phosphorescent paints (see information on the technical data sheet enclosed with the product).
Prepare your equipment and clean the machine with the rinsing solvent.
Prepare the paint in the color of your choice by homogenizing the product. This must be thoroughly mixed before use to ensure that each glow in the dark pigment is well integrated into the material. Depending on the context and conditions of use, it may be necessary to dilute the paint with an appropriate solvent to obtain the desired viscosity.
Apply the yellow luminescent paint, targeting a dosage of 900g/m². Be sure to follow the weight and speed recommendations given in the technical data sheet for each of our solvent- and water-based paints.
Allow to dry for 45 minutes. Drying time may vary slightly depending on the environment and ambient temperature at the time of application. During this time, it is important to protect the painted area from traffic and bad weather.
After installation, clean your tools and machine with acetyl thinner.

REVIEWS & TESTIMONIALS

FEEDBACK AND CUSTOMER TESTIMONIALS

Find out all the opinions and feedback on our range of glow in the dark products, including our yellow luminescent solvent-based road paint.

« Application by our teams of the new luminescent paint process. A stunning result, a successful effect and enhanced safety. »

David D., applicator for AER in the French department 66

« Sometimes it's hard to get your bearings, even with good lighting, so that's a plus. We're quite happy with the result. »

Éloi Desseigne, member of the Cadres Colmar association

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Examples of projects

Industrial markings

Guiding users in the dark or during power cuts
Creating a luminous support guide to follow

Yellow temporary signage

Improving safety in work zones
Signalling temporary accident zones

Urban planning

Animating public spaces and urban development
Supporting night-time pedestrian mobility

ALL LUMINOKROM® PRODUCTS

LuminoKrom® range of photoluminescent paints

ADVANTAGES OF YELLOW GLOW IN THE DARK SOLVENT PAINT

Solvent-based phosphorescent paint combines the properties of a solvent-based paint with phosphorescent pigments. Like all solvent-based paints on the market, it uses a volatile organic solvent to dissolve binders and pigments, making it easy to use and adhere to a variety of surfaces. Solvents evaporate after application, leaving a solid, long-lasting coating.

The special feature of this paint is the incorporation of special pigments with phosphorescent properties. These pigments have the ability to capture and store energy when exposed to a light source, such as sunlight or artificial lamps. When plunged into darkness, they re-emit this energy in the form of visible diffuse luminosity, producing a long-lasting "fluorescent" luminous guide without the need for an electrical power source.

When is solvent-based paint used?

Solvent-based markings are used in a variety of contexts and options where their properties and different colors are particularly popular, notably in the automotive, construction and mobility sectors.

In industrial environments, yellow solvent-based paints are widely used because of their durability and resistance to extreme conditions. They are ideal for painting industrial equipment and infrastructure, while respecting the codes and colors specific to the industrial environment.

In the automotive industry, solvent-based paints are preferred for markings on car and motorcycle bodies, as well as metal parts. Solvent-based products provide an impeccable, high-gloss finish, as well as a wide range of tints. Their ability to provide an even, flawless coating on the bodywork is essential.

For roadworks, these paints systems are also highly appreciated for their quick-drying properties and durability in the face of heavy traffic and varied climatic conditions, guaranteeing reliable, long-lasting markings.

When is LuminoKrom® solvent-based paint used?

Our LuminoKrom® luminescent paint acts as a "fluorescent" lumùinous guide on the floor or wall, making it easier to move around in the dark. Unlike fluorescent paint, our phosphorescent markings improve user visibility in the dark, in areas where there is no lighting.

Our phosphorescent paint, available in almond green, yellow and white colors, is generally used in road safety contexts such as cycle paths, greenways and crosswalks, as well as in pedestrian environments, such as sidewalk markings.

Our phosphorescent road paint range is available in solvent and water-based products. Different colors options are available from stock to meet different application needs, including compliance with local standards and regulations.

How does LuminoKrom® phosphorescent paint work?

Phosphorescent paint works by absorbing light (natural or artificial) during the day and re-emitting it in the dark, as soon as the environment is plunged into darkness. The photoluminescent pigments in the paint store light energy, then gradually release it in the form of visible light, creating a glow effect. This process enables the paint to glow for several hours after exposure to light, without the need for an additional energy source.

The main difference between a phosphorescent paint and a fluorescent paint lies in the way they work and the duration of light emission from the material immersed in darkness.

A fluorescent paint emits light only when exposed to a UV light source, ceasing to glow immediately once the source is switched off. Fluorescent material has a temporary luminescence. Conversely, photoluminescent paints continue to glow in the dark after being charged with light during the day. In this way, photoluminescence offers persistent luminosity without an electrical source, unlike fluorescent material, which requires constant light excitation to glow. Our road paints are not fluorescent, but phosphorescent. When the light source is switched off, the phosphorescent coating glows for several hours.

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