Removing graffiti from transportation infrastructure is an important maintenance task. However, addressing these unwanted markings can require a significant investment in agency time and resources.
To inform the state’s response to cleaning graffiti, the Illinois Department of Transportation conducted a research study into the various anti-graffiti coatings and removal techniques used by other states across the Midwest. The recommendations and flow charts developed in this study can help agencies identify cost-effective solutions for different surface types.
Read the final report: Anti-Graffiti Protection Systems, October 2024.
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