Previous experience in the use of anti-graffiti paints is briefly reviewed and used to determine the properties required of these systems. Forty-seven acrylate, urethane, epoxy, silicone, polyester and vinyl graffiti-resistant coatings were analyzed for resin type to determine if any correlation between resin type and performance existed, but none was apparent. Further tests were conducted on the paints' resistance to UV, moisture, abrasion, grafflti removers and spray paint. The flexibility of the paint was also considered in terms of substrate to be painted. -- AATA