Selectline
Direct

Shake, fill and mark.

A clear white line, with a simple start. Direct is our most affordable ready-to-use white line marking paint. Ideal for training pitches, school fields and clubs that want to get straight to work. No water to measure. No paint to mix.

Applied with a flat-fan nozzle, Direct gives a broad, well-covered line in one pass. Supplied in white in a 10-litre can, with an unopened shelf life of two years when stored as recommended.

Simple to use
Coverage in one pass
Affordable, ready-to-use paint
Two-year shelf life

A SIMPLE START FOR EVERY TEAM

Whoever is marking, you want a pitch that looks the part. Direct makes the job simple for volunteers and grounds staff, with ready-to-use paint that keeps preparation to a minimum.

No added water, no mixing. Just shake, fill and mark. Used with a flat-fan nozzle, Direct delivers a broad white line with good coverage. Less time preparing, more time getting the pitch ready for the next training session or match.

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Simple

No measuring, no mixing

Direct is ready to use. Shake, fill and mark, with the same paint consistency whenever someone takes the machine out.

Coverage

A clear line in one pass

A flat-fan nozzle applies a broad, well-covered white line. For clearly marked training pitches and school fields.

Value

Our most affordable ready-to-use white

An accessible price per can and a two-year unopened shelf life. A practical choice for grounds that mark occasionally.

Selectline line marking staying bright white on grass in sun, rain and frost
Rain, sun, frost. Same line.
Rain overnight, sunshine in the afternoon and a cold morning to follow. Your pitch faces changing weather, and you want the white lines to stay clearly visible for the next training session or match. Direct is developed and tested for those changing conditions. A reliable choice for clear white lines, even when the weather turns.
A can of Selectline Direct on the grass in front of a stand
The right paint for your marking routine
Direct has the lowest price per can in our ready-to-use white range. That makes it worth considering for pitches you mark occasionally. If you mark every week, paint consumption matters more across the season. Ready Go and Ready Fit use less paint per pitch. Tell us how often you mark and which machine you use, and we will help you choose.
Specifications

Product type: Line marking paint, water-based, ready-to-use

Color: White

Pack size: 10-litre (r)HDPE container, 100% recyclable

Density: 1.23 g/ml

Suitable surface: Natural grass sports pitches.

Application conditions

Machines: Selectliner, Flexliner and Easyliner, or any machine with a pump delivering at least 3 bar (45 PSI) at the nozzle.

Preparation: Shake the container thoroughly for at least 10 seconds before use. Do not dilute or add water. Install the container directly in the machine.

Nozzle type: our advice is a yellow flat-tip nozzle at 0.92 L/min.

Conditions: Apply to dry, freshly mown natural grass at temperatures above 5°C. Do not apply immediately after rain or while the grass is wet from rain or dew. Avoid rainfall, frost, strong winds and intense direct sunlight during application. Ideally, allow several dry, rain-free hours after marking.

Drying time: Approximately 30 minutes under recommended conditions. Lower temperatures or damp conditions may extend the drying time.

Final whiteness and consumption: Both depend on nozzle selection, flow rate and marking speed.

Cleaning and storage

Cleaning: Clean the marking equipment immediately after use with clean water or Selectline Cleaner. Rinse the hoses, filters and nozzle thoroughly to prevent clogging.

Storage: Keep the container tightly sealed and store between 5°C and 30°C in a dry place. Protect from frost and direct sunlight.

Shelf life: 24 months unopened. Once opened, reseal the container tightly and store under the recommended conditions.

Safety: Water-based and non-flammable. Consult the safety data sheet before use.

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Why choose Selectline

We make it ourselves. For thirty years.

We develop every Selectline paint in our own labs in the Netherlands and France, and produce it in our own factories in the Netherlands, France and Germany. We test every batch before dispatch and keep a sample for reference. That helps us maintain the consistent quality you rely on, season after season.

Our team brings three decades of line marking experience, from professional stadiums to local club pitches. Tell us about your pitch, your equipment and the challenges you face. We’ll help you choose the right paint and settings, with practical advice for clear, even lines you can be proud of.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a ready-to-use paint and a concentrate?

A ready-to-use paint is supplied at application consistency: shake it, install the container and mark. A concentrate is diluted with clean water before use, normally at 1:4, so its container price is lower. What a ready-to-use paint removes is the preparation: no measuring, no stirring, no water to carry, no batch lost to an incorrect ratio, and the same consistency for every operator. On consumption the two go different ways. Selectline Direct applies through a flat-tip nozzle at 0.92 L/min and uses more paint per pitch than our low-flow ready-to-use paints, while Ready Go and Ready Fit use less. Across a season, weigh the litres against the hours.

Do I still have to shake Selectline Direct if it is ready to use?

Yes. Shake the container thoroughly for at least 10 seconds before every use, so that pigment settled during storage is redistributed. Never add water: Selectline Direct is supplied at the correct consistency, and diluting it reduces whiteness and coverage.

Can I use Selectline Direct in a line marking robot?

Selectline Direct is robot-compatible and works with any automated marking system that meets its nozzle and pressure specification, including the systems most commonly used on sports pitches today, such as Tiny Mobile Robots, TurfTank, Swozi and FJD. Because it needs no dilution, the paint that reaches the robot's pump is the same on every run, which is what an automated system needs for consistent output. Check your robot's specified nozzle type and minimum pump pressure before first use, and flush the system after each session.

Which nozzle should I use with Selectline Direct?

Use a yellow flat-tip nozzle delivering 0.92 L/min, with the machine operating at 3 bar / 45 PSI. This is a higher flow rate than the hollow-cone nozzles used with Ready Go and Ready Fit, so consumption per pitch is higher. If lower consumption is your priority, Ready Go applies through low-flow hollow-cone nozzles.

Is Selectline Direct suitable for a weekly club marking schedule?

It is suitable, and it is designed for situations where preparation time and consistency matter more than the lowest possible cost per litre: schools, training grounds and community facilities where marking duties rotate between people. Clubs marking several pitches every week usually reach a lower seasonal cost with Ready Go or with a Mix concentrate.

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Questions about paint, machine settings or a line that didn’t turn out as expected? Tell us about your pitch and how you mark it. Our team will help you find a practical solution, whether you manage several pitches or mark your local club’s field.

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