Category Archives: Sandblasting Tips

INDOOR SANDBLASTING?

QUESTION: I have a building that is actually two adjoining buildings under one roof. This means that I have a large brick wall in the middle. I actually like having the brick there, but I would like to clean it. Is it possible to sandblast the interior walls? What issues do I need to take … Continue reading

SANDBLASTING STENCIL

What Is A Sandblasting Stencil? According to the dictionary a stencil is “a device for applying a pattern, design, words, etc., to a surface, consisting of a thin sheet of cardboard, metal, or other material from which figures or letters have been cut out, a coloring substance, ink, etc., being rubbed, brushed, or pressed over … Continue reading

CAN I USE REGULAR SAND FOR SANDBLASTING PURPOSES?

Question: Hi folks. My question is short and sweet. I need to know if regular sand can be used to sandblast. I have a small project in a few days and I do not want to spend too much money. I understand that the sans I’m gonna use must be completely dry, but can I … Continue reading

What Is The Width Of Average Sandblasting Pass?

Question: “I want to sandblast some strips of wood that are 12mm wide and 1m long. Basically, I need the whole top surface remove, and importantly the wood needs to be completely level after the sandblasting has been completed. I was wondering if the sandplasting could be completed in one pass, and also aproximately how … Continue reading

Is Safe To Sandblast A Motorcycle Gas Tank?

Question: “I am painting my bike a different color so I am sandblasting the metal parts from my bike. Do you think it would be safe to sandblast the gas tank? Do you think it would build up static electricity and if it sparked that it would blow up? How should I go about sandblasting … Continue reading