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Line Painting Begins Today in Robinson, South Fayette

If you're driving on Route 22, take caution! You don't want paint splattering on your vehicle.

PennDOT plans to begin line painting operations Saturday, July 13 on Route 22 in Robinson and South Fayette townships.

Work to repaint lines will run from 8 a.m. to about 1 p.m. on Route 22 in both directions from Washington County to Route 60.

Ramps also will be painted.

PennDOT advises motorists to exercise caution and patience, and suggests allowing at least 250 feet (13 car lengths) behind line painting equipment to avoid damage.

Motorists should avoid passing the paint vehicles unless directed by a paint crew member or flag person to do so. Passing too quickly can cause damage to fresh paint lines and may result in paint on the motorist’s vehicle.

Line painting vehicles normally pull over every two and one-half miles or when safety permits.

Recent technological advancements on the mix of formulas have produced fast dry paints that are dry to the touch within two to three minutes, according to PennDOT, which adds that it is crucial to stay off these lines during the curing period.

Motorists who accidentally get paint on their vehicles should immediately wash the paint off with a high-pressure water stream and detergent. Dried paint can be removed with de-natured alcohol and a soft cloth.

PennDOT said generally it is not responsible for paint on vehicles.

Lines must be repainted each year because of normal wear, tear, and weather. Winter maintenance activities such as plowing, spreading anti-skid materials, and studded tires are very abrasive to paint lines and can cause fading.

Normal weathering caused by snow, rain, and ice also contribute to line reflectivity reduction.

State roads with the highest traffic volumes and safety needs are painted first. These include interstates and the National Highway System followed by secondary roadways.

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