About

Welcome to the colourful, world of Thermapply Direct Limited, a family owned company that specialises in the design and production of high quality thermoplastic, ready to install, surface signs, outdoor playground games and corporate branding, all of which are supplied in a box, complete with installation instructions and anti-slip glass bead for self-installation.

 

The technology employed by Thermapply Direct, combined with the flexibility of the thermoplastic material with its extensive colour range, allows us to accurately produce even the most intricate corporate logos, motifs, surface signs and playground markings available today. All of which bring a new dimension to a usually dull and lifeless surface.

 

The profitable opportunities that present themselves with this type of product are inexhaustible. If you are an installer of playground equipment, a building contractor, an advertising executive, architect or specifier, there is a product for you or your client, one which will not only generate you additional revenue, but will dramatically enhance any project you or your client might be working on.

 

All Thermapply Direct products are manufactured from the finest thermoplastic material available today and are designed to maintain their integrity for up to 10 years, they are non-toxic, colour fast, highly durable and easily maintained.

 

This website features a selection of playground markings, health and safety markings, surface branding and EV vehicle charging point signs, however if you have a sign or surface sign that does not appear on the website, send us your sign and we will send you a costing to produce it for you.

 

The Opportunity

 

We are all aware of the importance of signs and signage, after all, wherever we go there is always a sign to help us identify where we are, where we are going and what to do when we get there. Signs traditionally are wall mounted or placed on the end of a pole, but have you ever seen a sign on a tarmac surface? One that is accurate, bright, vibrant, and extremely durable - The possibilities are endless, and the end results very profitable.

 

After years of using the thermoplastic technology to entertain children in their playgrounds, Thermapply Direct are now proud to extend the same technology for all types of surface branding and advertising for almost any industry sector. We currently supply bespoke markings to a number of blue chip companies and local authorities, but the time has now come to broaden our horizons and share our lucrative product with you all. Just think about the possibilities: welcome signs, marketing signs, warning signs, logos, EV charging symbols, in fact any type of sign for surface application - the accuracy of which is unrivalled.

 

Whatever the application, Thermapply Direct have a solution!

 

 

Design and Artwork Service

 

At Thermapply Direct we have a dedicated design department on- hand to help you develop your specific projects. Whether you are designing a playground/community project, or else a bespoke presentation that features on-surface signage, we can help.

 

From the simple sign to the more intricate logos and surface decor we will take your designs and convert them into a format that can be reproduced as thermoplastic works of art. Quite simply there are very few designs or motifs that cannot be reproduced in a thermoplastic format (see Design Services)

 

If you have a specific requirement for a bespoke marking such as a logo, welcome sign or corporate design simply send it to us via our website. Attach your PDF or JPEG file with the required dimensions and we will provide you with a quotation within 24 hours. All bespoke marking requests are subject to sight of design.

 

Manufacturing Service

 

All Thermoplastic products featured within this website are available ‘off the shelf’ and are delivered within 7 days of receiving your order and payment, however any bespoke designs are firstly re-artworked, sent to you for approval and once approved are manufactured and delivered within 10 working days of order and payment having been received. All orders are dispatched in a protective box, complete with installation instructions and anti-slip glass bead.

 

Training Service

 

For those of you who want to install your own thermoplastic markings, and you are new to the thermoplastic product, it is important that you receive full training in all aspects of the product, surface types, design layout and installation procedures. To this end we offer a comprehensive training programme. Although installation is a relatively simple process, there are many factors that need to be taken into consideration prior to any installation taking place. At Thermapply Direct we offer a comprehensive training programme which covers all aspects of the installation procedure which, once completed, will allow you to become a confident installer of Thermapply products in your area.

 

Delivery

Our guarantee to you is that your product will be delivered to you within 10 working days of your order having been placed and paid for in full. The product will be packed to avoid damage and will contain all the necessary components for you to be able to successfully install the product.

 

Due to the nature of thermoplastic products, they have to be kept flat while in transit. To this end ALL orders are dispatched on a pallet, irrespective of size or quantity and a UK pallet rate is applied to each purchase.

 

 

Product Warranty

When correctly installed, the Thermapply Direct thermoplastic products can last up to 10 years, depending on surface condition. However, if the product is not installed correctly, ie. moisture, dirt and debris is trapped underneath the product at the time of installation, the product will fail.

 

It is critical to make sure the surface is bone dry, free from any dust, debris and the area to accept the marking has been pre-heated and then allowed to return to ambient temperature prior to installation. It is absolutely critical that the surface to which the product is to be applied is at AMBIENT temperature. This will prevent any condensation build up under the marking prior to installation.

 

The industry standard guarantee on this type of product once installed is 12 months against ‘Lifting’.

 

Lifting means that the product has become detached from the surface due to poor installation. Lifting only occurs if moisture is trapped under the material so it is important that the product is installed on a dry day. Although the guarantee of 12 months does not seem to be a great deal, it actually is. This guarantee term allows the product to go through a 12 month weather cycle, and as a result when the product remains attached to the surface for the 12 month period, it will certainly retain its integrity for a period of 5-10 years or even more.

 

Tools

It is important that you are equipped with the correct tools for any installation of Thermapply Direct products. We have selected a series of tools and equipment that complement our installations and we keep a limited number of each item in stock. All are available to purchase here.