So as some of you have seen, the latest thing being pushed in the blasting realm is called Dustless or Vapor blasting. I am going to take a minute and explain from my point of this industry why and what you need to know regarding the new trend and if you are buying into hype or actually getting a service that is needed. As a consumer do you really care if I or someone stripping a project create dust? Or better yet do you really want...
Read MoreFire damage @ Post Soho Square in South Tampa
we were hired to remove the soot damage and left over debris from a tenants car that caught fire in the top floor of the parking garage. The plastic, tire rubber and soot was just removed in order to keep the area staying clean. And here is the finished product. *note the wet marks are just that. Water from our...
Read More1938 Lincoln Zephyr
If you are fortunate enough to to be trusted to shoot someone’s project like a 38′ Lincoln Zephyr then you may have achieved professional status. These are the pinnacle of hot rods and have almost all been sucked up by customizers to lower and build some of the nicest builds known but fortunately this car is owned by a local businessman and it’s going bone stock. Just another car through our booth but the same care was...
Read MoreTriumph Spitfire
Media blasting cars using an abrasive rather than a soft media such as soda or walnut is ideal. After blasting the end result is a fresh start or a white canvas and a perfect surface profile that allows for perfect adhesion. We DO NOT recommend dustless blasting an automobile. Think about it, do you really want your project shot creating a mud like media mess inside blind cavities and rockers? It is already hard to get out dry media and...
Read MorePelican Bay Ltd. mixer structure refurb
Another excellent project turn around by the Blast Services crew was performed during the holidays while most were eating, relaxing and spending time off. This project was like typical projects in the past. They need it done fast, they need it done thoroughly and they need it done right. We started right away by prepping the room and boarding off what needed to be protected even though a contractor was coming in behind us to renovate the...
Read MoreDowntown St. Petersburg three story tile facade strip
Blast Services just completed a facade restoration on a three story building located In #Stpetersburg Florida. With the 1980’s being a little tough on architecture, this property had it’s entire #sagegreen tile facade covered in multiple layers of paint over the years. The properties new owner wished to remove the paint but keep the original tile glaze intact. The before and afters of this project really allow you to see the...
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