How do you restore old wooden beams?
There are a number of methods for cleaning and/or restoring wooden beams but which is the most effective?
Dry Ice Blasting has become increasingly popular as the modern approach to restoring wood to its former glory especially when working to restore a listed building or a heritage building.
Traditionally, sand-blasting or power sanding was used, however, property owners have been disgruntled with the effects due to its abrasive nature. In comparison, Dry Ice Blasting is non-abrasive and sympathetic in its nature, leaving no damage to the wood.
What is Dry Ice Blasting?
Dry Ice Blasting is a non-abrasive cleaning process that uses dry ice pellets accelerated by compressed air to remove contaminants from a surface. The dry ice pellets, turn directly from a solid to a gas upon impact, leaving no residue behind.
The impact of the CO2 pellets will remove surface contaminants, bacteria and toxins without the use of heat, steam and/or harsh chemicals.
What can be cleaned off the beams?
Dry ice blasting will safely remove;
- Paint
- Varnish
- Soot
- Smoke damage
- Plaster
- Build-up of grime and algae
What are the benefits of Dry Ice Blasting on Wood?
- Non-abrasive
- No harsh chemicals
- Can clean a large surface area in a short amount of time
- Works perfectly on fragile areas
- Leaves behind no secondary waste
Contact a member of our team to find out more;
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