Soda Blasting is a widely recognized technique by the insurance restoration industry to eliminate lingering odors of fire and water damage. Compared to other alternative methods such as sand blasting, which is more abrasive, and dry ice blasting, which raises safety concerns due to the high levels of carbon dioxide, soda blasting is a faster, safer and cleaner solution.
Soda blasting applies baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) against a surface using compressed air. This method is chemical-free and nontoxic and is successful at eliminating most contaminants from a variety of surfaces from wood, brick and metals.
The use of soda blasting in fire damage restoration is successful at removing soot, char and smoke odors. In regards to mold damage, the process eliminates mold growth and spores with minimum impact on the surface. It also speeds up the restoration process by eliminating the need to remove and replace materials and is even safe to use around window frames and door-walls without damaging glass panes. The benefits of soda blasting greatly reduce the time of the restoration process and are a proven cost savings technique to owners. Visit our website to learn more about soda blasting and our services for fire and mold damage restoration.
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Does wet blasting (power wash application @ 3500psi) soda work well for removing smoke and car fire residue from concrete?
What is the necessary cleanup for paint prep in this scenario?
Thanks, Brian
Yes, wet sandblasting is another great technique for use on non-delicate and sensitive surfaces such as concrete but I wouldn’t recommend it for paint prep on vehicles. Wet sandblasting is much more abrasive and has the potential to damage underlying materials. To remove paint from concrete, scrape off as much excess paint as possible and cover any residual paint with a commercial paint remover for 20-30 minutes. A wet sandblasting attachment can be used in conjunction with a pressure washer to assist with removing any remaining paint film. Wet sandblasting can change the surface appearance (both texture and color) and should be tested in a small area for results.
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