Much like pressure washing with water, sandblasting involves propelling sand out of a hose at extremely high pressure. Its abrasiveness can remove contaminates and harsh elements that a simple wash can't. As a result, it's useful for achieving better sanitation, smoothness, and an overall enhanced appearance on any type of object or structure. Here are signs you need industrial sandblasting.

1. Clean Up

Does your team need to clean up a contaminated area? Sometimes soap and water won't be enough, especially if you have to handle contaminants and large surfaces. Sandblasting can quickly clean a contaminated surface regardless of size. According to Fixr, the average cost of sandblasting is between $3,000 and $7,500 for 1,500 square feet. Use sandblasting to get rid of corrosion, coatings, old paint, mold, chemicals, and other contaminations to clean off surfaces.

2. Prepare Surfaces

When prepping for certain projects, the first step may be surface preparation. Some surfaces will need more work than others to have a smooth surface. Industrial sandblasting is ideal for hard surfaces like wood, concrete, or metal that need to be prepped for more work like insulation, paint, or adhesion. Industrial sandblasting is a versatile technique that isn't just useful in a traditional building. You can also use it to revamp old cars, marine vessels, manufacturing equipment, and more.

3. Restoration

Many cities have historical areas with buildings and structures that have been preserved for centuries. If your commercial business handles restorations and refinishing, industrial sandblasting can help rejuvenate certain areas. Before you begin the refinishing coating, you can get rid of chipped or peeled paint or any other aging coatings beforehand.

4. Remove Scale

If you work in manufacturing, you may have to use heat treatment, particularly on metal parts. However, after such heat treatment, stains, scale, and salt may be left behind. These elements can take away from what would be a beautiful element. Luckily, industrial sandblasting removes these substances so you have a smooth metal finish.

These are some of the many projects that you can use sandblasting for. Whether you handle restorations, scale removal, auto part enhancement, or prep surfaces for paint and other coating, you have many reasons to invest in this technique. Contact our team of experts at Morris Painting & Blasting for your industrial and commercial sandblasting needs.