Frequently Asked Questions

Sandblasting, also known as abrasive blasting or media blasting, is a surface finishing procedure using compressed air and an abrasive substance, or media, to spray particles at high velocity through a nozzle against a surface.

Yes, Blast Tech offers sandblasting and also bead blasting and soda blasting.

Blast Tech works with metals, plastics, glass, stone, concrete, acrylic, fiberglass, and more.

Blast Tech uses various grades of “sand” (Starblast and various garnet blends), plastic beads, and soda depending on project requirements. Blast Tech determines which media to use depending on the coating(s) to be removed, and what material the project is made of.

No. All of our blasting services are performed at our Englewood facility in our three large blast booths.

Yes! For some projects we can provide an estimate over the phone, for others we may need photos or to have you bring your project in for an estimate or test blast. Call (303) 806-9992 to discuss your specific project.

Blast Tech prefers payment by cash or check, but also accepts all major credit cards. Payment is expected at the time you pick up your items.

Sand blends remove rust, corrosion, and debris. The type of sand we use depends on the item being blasted.

Depending on the item being blasted, Blast Tech may use sand blends, plastic beads, or soda to remove paint or powder coating. Some aluminum or alloy parts receive a chemical stripping pre-treatment to speed the removal of powder coat and reduce cost to our customers.

When performed incorrectly, blasting can warp metal and other materials. With over 50-years’ experience, our blasters know which pieces are most susceptible to damage. If we determine there is a risk of warping or damage, we notify our customer and consult with them about them using alternatives to blasting.

Blast Tech requests that parts be reasonably well cleaned of oil and grease, which can contaminate our blast booths and dust collection system. If Blast Tech needs to remove oil or grease before we blast, a project preparation charge will be added.

Yes. We will mask and protect all seams to the interior and engine bay, and any glass, before blasting. A project preparation charge will be added for shop time and materials.

Yes, Blast Tech can protect window glass. A project preparation charge will be added for shop time and materials.

Yes! Blast Tech has manufacturing and fabricating customers that regularly bring us their new unfinished metal projects.

Yes. We apply our skill, experience, and the right media choice, to safely remove paint from fiberglass and plastic parts. Blast Tech is among the few abrasive blasters in Colorado that can safely blast the delicate fiberglass bodies of Corvettes.

No. Blast Tech does not apply coatings of any kind. We specialize in preparing surfaces with the appropriate adhesion profile to receive a protective coating like paint, powder coat, clear coat, anodizing, Cerakote or plating. Blast Tech refers customers to powder coaters, auto painters, and others we work with.

Yes! Blast Tech restores metal and other surfaces to their unfinished bare state. Surfaces then need coating protection to protect them from moisture and humidity. 

Our blast technicians have over fifty years’ combined experience working with us and our auto restoration customers always tell us that they are the best in the business!

Yes, Blast Tech has a chemical stripping tank available for appropriate projects.

Blast Tech’s chemical stripping tank works to soften or remove powder coating from aluminum or other alloy parts including industrial parts, brake calipers, alloy wheels, motorcycle hubs, and alloy bicycle frames.

Blast Tech likes fast turns for our customers. We typically have smaller parts ready within a few days, and full cars/trucks within about a week. We will make an effort to meet your deadline and will let you know when we expect your project to be completed.

Blast Tech charges by blasting time, with additional preparation charges if any extensive masking protection or degreasing is needed. Blast time varies by project, underlying surface, media type, geometry, condition, and coating(s).

Blast Tech has a $40 minimum charge.

Blast Tech has limited space to store completed projects. We call customers as soon as their projects are completed, and request prompt payment/pick up within three business days of notification to avoid a $25/day storage fee.

Monday-Thursday 7:00 AM- 4:30 PM
Friday 7:00 AM-2:00 PM
Please check our Contact page for holiday hours.

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Yes! Blast Tech can provide a 48-hour turn on a
rush project (on most projects). Inquire about rush pricing.