Abrasive blast cabinets are one of the most valuable tools when working on old car project. They’re quick and efficient at removing rust, paint, and other unwanted materials from all kinds of parts. Over time, residual dust and spent media can clog the system, and consumables like gloves and nozzles […]
Abrasive Blasting
Blasting Media – EpiX MP vs Glass Bead on Cast Aluminum
Choosing the right abrasive blasting media for your project depends heavily on the results you want. One media type can provide vastly different finishes depending on the material you’re blasting. One of our favorite all-purpose abrasives for removing paint, rust, and oily buildup is EpiX Medium Profile superoxalloy abrasive. We […]
Beyond the Blast – Using a Vibratory Tumbler for Parts Cleanup
Media blasting has long been the go-to method for cleaning rust and grime off old car parts, but it’s not always the best solution for every restoration project. An alternative to the blast cabinet is the vibratory tumbler, which shakes your pieces in a bowl of specialized abrasive media. This […]
9 Things to Look for When Choosing a Blast Cabinet
A staple of any automotive restoration shop is a media blast cabinet. In fact, most professional restorers have multiple blast cabinets, each set up with different media for different materials. But even DIY restoration enthusiasts on a budget can easily set up their home garage for media blasting. The key […]
Which Abrasive Blasting Media is Correct for Your Project?
Abrasive blasting (AKA media blasting) is a quick and effective way to remove layers of paint or years of corrosion. The process uses high-pressure air to shoot abrasive particles at parts to clean, strip, or otherwise modify their surface. However, choosing the correct blast media is key to determining how […]
How to Treat Bare Metal After Media Blasting
Media blasting is one of the most effective ways to remove old paint and rust from automotive surfaces. In almost no time it can strip away unwanted finishes, dirt, and corrosion, revealing the bare metal underneath. This is a crucial step in automotive restoration as it provides a clean surface […]
The Top 3 Ways to Treat Freshly Blasted Metal
It’s no secret that media blasting is one of the best ways to clean metal and get it perfectly clean. Media blasting propels an abrasive media at the surface at a high velocity to knock coatings and corrosion off of the metal. This means that what’s left is virgin clean […]