Monthly Archives: November 2007

WHAT IS A TYPICAL SANDBLASTING PROCESS?

Sandblasting is the process of using compressed air to propel abrasive media at a surface to clean, (usually paint & rust),debur, or to prepare a surface for a coating of some sort. There are two kinds of sandblasters: “Suction” / “Siphon”” & “Pressure” Blast Systems. Pressure systems are ten times faster & much more effective, … Continue reading

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