C.H. Hanson

Buying Guide: Marking Flags, Tape and Crayons

Flagging Tape and Marking Flags
Marking flags are made of polyvinyl chloride, and one option is 15 in. fluorescent red flags in packs of 10. The plastic PVC flagging tape comes in 150 ft. L x 1.2 in. W lime, a fluorescent color that is easy to see, and the tape is reusable. Choose the color and size for the line, cable, pipe or utility you are marking, and check the length before you order.

Lumber Crayons and Carpenter Pencils
The white lumber crayon can mark lumber, metal, concrete and most other surfaces, and it is a no melt crayon whose marks withstand temperatures up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Protecting a crayon with Crayon Armor helps extend its life. Carpenter pencils, such as the 7 in. red lead pencil, are also offered, so check the length before you order.

Barricade Tape
Yellow barricade tape is sold in sizes such as 200 ft. L x 3 in. W and 1000 ft. L x 3 in. W. Pre-printed messages, including a bilingual option, can help alert passers-by and block off restricted areas. Choose the length and message that match the area you are marking.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does C.H. Hanson make?
C.H. Hanson offers marking flags, flagging tape, barricade tape, lumber crayons, carpenter pencils, letter and number stamp sets, paint and china markers, permanent markers, railroad chalk, decals and a magnetic stud finder. Letter stamp sets have a 1/8 in. tip and 27 pieces, and number stamp sets have a 1/8 in. tip and 9 pieces.

How do I choose the right size or type?
Match the type to the job: marking flags for lines, cables and utilities, barricade tape for dangerous or hazardous areas, and the white lumber crayon for marking lumber, metal and concrete. Check the length and width before you order, such as 150 ft. L x 1.2 in. W for PVC flagging tape.

Can the white lumber crayon mark metal and concrete?
Yes. The white lumber crayon can mark lumber, metal, concrete and most other surfaces, and its marks withstand temperatures up to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. The marks also remain resistant to weather, fade and sun. Protecting a crayon with Crayon Armor helps extend its life.