Striping paint and marking paint designates boundaries for work areas, parking and traffic lanes. Marking paint can be applied with an inverted aerosol, marking wand or wheel on concrete, gravel, pavement, dirt and grass. Solvent-based line marking paint adheres best to cold, damp surfaces, and is recommended for markings lasting longer than 90 days. Water-based spray paint adheres best to hot, dry surfaces, and lasts up to three months.