Surface finish
Sand blasting fires abrasive at a part to clean and texture the surface. It preps metal for coating or gives a matte look.
What it is
Sand blasting (abrasive blasting) shoots fine media at the surface with compressed air. It strips rust, scale, and old paint, and leaves a uniform matte texture. It is often the first step before painting, anodizing, or powder coating.
How it works
Mask & prep
We mask areas to protect and load the part.
Blast
Compressed air fires abrasive at the surface.
Clean
We remove spent media and dust.
Inspect / coat
We check texture or move to the next finish.
Why choose it
Strips contaminants fast.
Gives paint and powder something to grip.
Even, non-reflective appearance.
Softens edges and removes flash.
Typical specs
| Specification | Typical range / value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Media | Aluminium oxide, glass bead, steel grit, garnet | |
| Surface roughness | Ra 1 – 10 µm by grit | |
| Base materials | Steel, aluminium, stainless, brass, plastic | |
| Color | Natural, matte |
Best applications
Clean base before coating.
Restore worn steel parts.
Soft-finish aluminium and steel.
Edge cleanup after machining.
Materials
We apply Sand Blasting to the materials below. Not sure if your material qualifies? Our engineers will confirm it for free.
Our solution
We sand blast as a standalone matte finish or as prep before anodizing, painting, or powder coating. We pick media and grit for your target texture.
Design tips
Finer grit for soft matte, coarse for texture.
Protect threads and bores.
Blasted metal can rust if left bare.
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