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Sandblasting in Houston, TX
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What It Is
Sandblasting is dry abrasive blasting. A stream of abrasive hits the surface and removes paint, rust, mill scale, old coatings and grime, leaving a clean profile that a new coating can bond to. It suits a wide range of surfaces — metal sand blasting, concrete, stone, granite, brick and wood like fences, beams, furniture and signs — plus truck and trailer sandblasting. Most powder coating jobs start with blasting, because powder bonds to bare, profiled metal, not to old paint or rust. What it costs depends on the size of the job, how much has to come off, the surface and the abrasive. We choose the abrasive and pressure for the material in front of us. Drop-off, pick-up and delivery details are confirmed when the job is booked.
Serving Neighborhoods Across Houston
What's Included
Metal sand blasting
Steel, iron and metal parts stripped to bare metal, ready for powder coat or paint.
Concrete, stone, granite & brick
Hard surfaces cleaned with the right abrasive and pressure so the surface is not damaged.
Wood — fences, beams, furniture & signs
Wood stripped with softer media and lower pressure to remove old finish without eating the grain.
Truck & trailer sandblasting
Truck beds and trailer frames blasted to remove rust and old coatings before refinishing.
Stone lettering & designs
Sandblasted lettering and designs in granite and stone for signs, pavers and headstone lettering.
Why This Matters in Houston
Houston's humid subtropical climate speeds up rust on bare and chipped steel, so trailers, fences and metal need blasting to remove old paint and rust before refinishing. Heavy rain, flash flooding along the bayous, and hurricanes and tropical storms — including Hurricane Harvey in 2017 and Hurricane Beryl in 2024 — left many vehicles, trailers and outdoor fixtures rusting. Older brick and wood homes in historic neighborhoods like the Heights and the East End, and wrought iron gates and fences common across the city, all need blasting to bring them back.
Care & Prevention Tips
After blasting, keep bare metal dry and coat it soon so flash rust does not start. For wood and brick, keep sprinklers off fresh surfaces. These are general tips — the right care depends on the material.
Is this the right fit?
The right method is decided after we see the item or surface. Some items may not suit a given process — for example thin sheet metal, plastic, glass, rubber or cast parts that may warp, pit or outgas, or items with lead paint that need special handling. Tell us what you have and we will point you to the right process.
What Sandblasting Costs
The cost depends on the size of the job, how much paint, rust and old coating has to come off, the surface and the abrasive. A bare metal part is different from one with heavy scale. We quote it after we see it — never with a flat dollar figure.
Sandblasting Concrete, Stone, Granite & Brick
Hard surfaces cleaned with the right abrasive and pressure so the surface is not damaged.
Sandblasting Wood
Fences, beams, furniture and signs stripped with softer media and lower pressure to keep the grain intact.
Metal Sand Blasting
Steel and iron stripped to bare metal, ready for powder coat or paint.
Truck & Trailer Sandblasting
Truck beds and trailer frames blasted to remove rust and old coatings before refinishing.
Sandblasted Lettering & Designs in Stone
We sandblast lettering and designs into granite and stone — for example signs, pavers and headstone lettering. The depth and finish depend on the stone and the look you want.
Sandblasting vs Powder Coating
Sandblasting removes old paint, rust and coatings to leave a clean, profiled surface. Powder coating applies a dry powder cured in an oven into a hard finish. Most powder coating jobs start with blasting — blast to clean, then coat to protect. For painted brick, graffiti and pools we use dustless and mobile blasting. For soda, glass bead, corn cob and walnut shell, see our media blasting page. For structural steel, heavy equipment and fleets, see our industrial page. For car frames, see our wheel and automotive page.
Pricing Guide
| Job Type | Price | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Metal part or gate | Quoted once we see the job | Size, how much paint and rust, the metal, the abrasive |
| Concrete or stone surface | Quoted once we see the job | Area, condition, the surface, the abrasive |
| Truck or trailer | Quoted once we see the job | Size, how much old coating and rust, access |
| Wood fence or furniture | Quoted once we see the job | Area, old finish, the wood, softer media |
Cost depends on size and number of parts, how much old coating and rust must come off, the surface or substrate, the finish and number of coats, color choice, masking, repairs, and travel distance for mobile work.
Why Choose Us for This
The right abrasive and pressure for each surface — never one setting for everything.
Bare-metal prep that powder coat and paint actually bond to.
Clear quotes set after we see the job and the condition.
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What to Expect
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Call or book and tell us the item or surface and what needs to come off.
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We look at it and quote it, including the abrasive and prep.
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We blast to a clean profile, protecting the parts that should not be hit.
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You pick up, we deliver, or the surface is ready for the next step.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to sandblast a vehicle?
There is no flat price. The cost depends on the size of the vehicle or part, how much paint, rust and old coating has to come off, the metal and the abrasive. A bare frame is different from a frame with heavy scale. We quote it after we see it.
Can sandblasting remove paint?
Yes. Removing paint is one of the main things dry abrasive blasting does. It lifts old paint, rust and mill scale down to a clean surface. How aggressive we are depends on the surface underneath — softer materials need a lighter media.
Can you sandblast plastic?
Most plastics do not suit dry sandblasting — the abrasive can melt, pit or warp them. Plastic and fiberglass usually need a softer media like soda or plastic media at low pressure. We look at the part and tell you if blasting is the right call.
What's the difference between sandblasting and powder coating?
Sandblasting removes old paint, rust and coatings to leave a clean, profiled surface. Powder coating applies a dry powder that is cured in an oven into a hard finish. They are two steps: blast to clean, then coat to protect.
Does powder coating include sandblasting?
Most powder coating jobs start with blasting to bare metal, and we build the prep into the quote. Some parts need more prep than others. We tell you what the job needs when we see it.
Our Other Services
Powder Coating
Durable, oven-cured finishes for gates, railings, patio furniture, trailers and commercial metal.
Wheel, Rim & Automotive Powder Coating
Wheels, rims, calipers and car parts stripped, blasted and coated in finishes built for the road.
Dustless & Mobile Blasting
On-site wet abrasive blasting that cuts airborne dust for brick, graffiti, pools and large items.
Soda, Media & Glass Bead Blasting
The right media for the job — soda, glass bead, plastic, corn cob and walnut shell for delicate surfaces.
Industrial, Paint Stripping & Rust Removal
Industrial blasting for structural steel, heavy equipment, fleets, tanks and fabricated steel.
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