Brief Description Of The Sponge Blasting Method

By Misty Tyler


When there is a need to remove unwanted paint, dirt or other substances from various surfaces, the best option to check is sponge media. When Ohio companies need to find reliable ways to clean and prepare surfaces for any purpose, the sponge blasting method is the best options for several reasons. The product consists of a type of polyurethane with a water base. The substance is impregnated with various grades of abrasives. The sponge media is sprayed on the specific surface. Upon impact with the paint or other substance, the cells flatten out and expose the abrasive materials. The structure of the polyurethane cells causes them to constrict and this action pulls the paint or other materials away from the surface. The material is then captured and reused. It never goes into the air.

Paint removal, even multiple layers of paint can be easily removed without damage to the surface below. The same process is used to clean other unwanted layers or dirt from the surface. Only the type of sponge which is used on the surface varies. The dust from the process never becomes airborne, so there are no health risks in using the product.

The benefit of using this method of paint removal is that it doesn't affect the integrity of the surface. Even sensitive surfaces are not harmed, because there is different types of media, including some with no abrasives or very mild abrasive. The cleanup is very easy, since minimal dust is released into the air to spread over surrounding areas. There is no water utilized in the removal process either, allowing for indoor use. It's gentle enough to use on historic homes.

If you have surfaces which are deteriorated or contain multiple thick layers of coatings, the polyurethane which contains steel grit is the most effective product. It even removes layers of rust. It can be used to remove industrial coatings or linings for petrochemical tanks and tanker cars.

Also very effective for industrial type coatings is the sponge media which contains aluminum oxide as an abrasive. It cleans surfaces in the offshore drilling, marine manufacturing, military and petrochemical industries. It can also be used to take care of pulp and paper industry equipment. The underlying surface is unaffected.

When a way to clean delicate surface which have strong coatings, you can try an abrasive compound made with plastic chips. This type of product will easily clean stubborn graffiti from tile, composite, fiberglass or similar surfaces. The unwanted material will be removed without damage to the surface.

The mildest type of abrasive is helpful when there is a need to remove grease or oil from costly or delicate equipment. It also works to get rid of dirt from soot and smoke from concrete or brick. The cleaning process allows areas that are difficult to reach by hand cleaning methods to receive the cleaning techniques.

The sponge blasting product doesn't cause dangerous debris to billow up into the air. Since it can be re-used, it is economical. Its effectiveness is widely recognized. No water is used during the process so it is easy to clean up afterward.




About the Author:



No comments:

Post a Comment