Soda blasting is non-abrasive and sympathetic approach used to clean and restore building facades and sensitive surfaces without damaging the substrate and mortar joints.
Soda blasting uses precision compressed air to fire specially graded sodium bicarbonate crystals at the surface, removing layers of contamination. It removes:
Our steam cleaning systems are used where gentle cleaning and restoration of building conservation is necessary. It uses very low pressure, super-heated high steam of up to 120 degrees to remove all unwanted surface contaminants from masonry and cladding.
Steam cleaning ensures the surface dries quickly and prevents damage in harsh environmental conditions. Low pressure super-heated steam cleaning removes:
Dry ice blasting is a corrosion-free cleaning method that and will not damage electrical equipment. This specialist process requires minimal downtime. It is food safe, biodegradable & eco-friendly. An economic solution to your cleaning requirements.
Dry ice blasting is one of the fastest methods for cleaning equipment and surfaces in variety of organisations. Dry ice blasting removes:
Our clients have improved their hygiene standards, boosted productivity, and created safe working environments while reducing costs through the use of APT’s specialised cleaning techniques
Layers of contamination can not only be detrimental to the surface of the material, but the overall impression your organisations gives to clients, visitors and staff could be negatively effected. At APT, we have supported many organisations prolong the life of their building and ensure compliance with building regulations and health and safety regulations.
Our 30 years experience of delivering exceptional customer service and providing outstanding blast cleaning results have allowed us to become well recognised in the building restoration world.
We have worked with companies like Welsh Heritage, Newport City Homes, Fitzwilliam Estate, Barclays Bank and more.
Here’s what our customers have to say about our professional blast cleaning services:
“I would like to thank you on behalf of Monmouthshire County Council for the outstanding work that you and your company carried out last weekend. The reports I have received from the client, traders and our Estates Manager are glowing to say the least. Your workforce behaviour, safety and performance were exemplar. Can you please pass on our thanks to your workforce for all their hard work in what were very difficult conditions”
Phil Kennedy – Monmouthshire County Council
Called on by Anglesey Council, APT provided Historic Property Restoration on a loved local Monument. We used Soda Blasting, Graffiti Removal & Stone Cleaning.
Saving history with APT’s expertise! Barclays Bridgend branch gets a new life with eco-friendly soda blasting and holistic restoration.
Our private client, Maggie is a Vintage Car Enthusiast. She required Classic Car Restoration using Soda Blasting. APT are Vintage Car Restoration Experts.
Remarkable transformation of Tenby Life Boat House – Grade 1 listed Building, using Soda Blasting Media. Featured on Grand Designs – Listed Building Renovation.
We were approached by HOVIS to tackle machinery cleaning and production line cleaning at their Manchester Food Factory. Find out how we used our Dry Ice Blaster to clean their entire factory and their production line, whilst minimising disruption.
APT was called to remove graffiti, soda blast, restore property, and clean bricks for Newport City Homes in Newport, Wales. Our expert team tackled the job with success.
Our Blast Cleaning Service has been used to clean Aluminium for 30 YRS. APT helped WIPAC with Aluminium Stripping using Soda Blasting. Find out more…
APT, with its expertise and dedicated to Monument Restoration supported Gwynedd Council with their Heritage Building Restoration Project. Find out more..
APT-ICC – Reviving Heritage Charm: Soda Blasting Media Restores Neath Port Talbot Council’s Elegance at Tai Bach Library. Find out more here…
APT tackled the challenge of cleaning a busy hotel’s York stone exterior without disrupting operations. Natural finish and pollution build-up removal were key to restoring the flagship hotel’s façade.
Exquisite restoration of a historical building in Ebbw Vale, using a dry method and sympathetic approach, to showcase the new site redevelopment.
The restoration of Burleigh Church in Newport required APT’s expertise for exterior stone cleaning, wood varnish removal, and roof repairs to meet a strict timeline.
Exterior cleaning is often something that is overlooked by business, despite the impact it could have to potential clients and also internal staff. Ensuring your business looks its best, from the very start, blast cleaning is a sensitive method for specialised cleaning.
The key benefits of blast cleaning are:
No harsh chemicals – we only use frozen carbon dioxide, sodium bicarbonate crystals or super-heat
Environmentally-friendly, non-abrasive cleaning methods
Used to clean a multitude of surfaces from historic buildings to industrial machinery
Non-damaging to the substrate material
Quick and easy cleaning processes which is superior to conventional cleaning methods
Soda blasting is one of our preferred methods of brick cleaning and revitalising. This sympathetic brick cleaning method enables us to clean bricks and other building facades without causing damage to the substrate materials and joint mortars.
Soda blasting uses precision compressed air to fire specially graded sodium bicarbonate crystals (sensitively abrasive particles) at the brick wall (or other brick surface) to remove any unwanted surface deposits. Working from the outside in soda blasting gently removes successive layers of contamination, until the suitable brick cleaning has been achieved.
Soda blasting uses precision compressed air to fire specially graded sodium bicarbonate crystals at the brick wall (or other brick surface) to remove any unwanted surface deposits. Working from the outside in soda blasting gently removes successive layers of contamination, until the suitable brick cleaning has been achieved. Soda blasting is an environmentally friendly brick cleaning technology that is not abrasive and will not damage bricks and mortar. Soda blasting is particularly suited to the removal of:
Due to the very nature of the ice blast process and the fact that we use pure ice with no chemicals, this technique allows APT technicians to effectively and safely clean machinery within all industries, including the food manufacturing industry. It is by far one of the most economical solutions, leaving your machinery looking restored to its original state.
There is virtually no additional waste from our dry ice blasting process, the only waste that requires removal is that which has been removed from the surface being cleaned since the dry ice simply sublimes and returns to the air. You benefit from shorter, deep cleaning times than with conventional industrial cleaning methods meaning your downtime is minimal.
APT’s ice blast machine cleaning system is particularly advantageous to industries using hot-moulding techniques – moulds can be cleaned in-place, resulting in greater productivity. It is also widely used in the printing industry. You can operate right up to the moment our team arrive and restart again as soon as they’re finished using the dry ice blasting machine. We work during unsocial hours and around you to ensure that disruption to your organisation is minimised.
We have a nationwide coverage for our mobile dry ice blasting service, which will save you searching for “dry ice blast uk” or “dry ice blasting near me”. Our dry ice blasting machines and dry ice blasting equipment is always the highest quality, and we ensure that you’re happy with the work we have completed before the job is finished. For more information on our dry ice blasting cost UK and to understand more about whether our optimum dry ice blasting service could benefit your business, pleaseget in touchwith us.Blast cleaning, also known as abrasive blasting, is a technique that propels high-velocity abrasive materials to remove surface contaminants and coatings. Here are some key benefits:
Effective surface cleaning: Blast cleaning efficiently removes rust, paint, scale, dirt, and other contaminants from various surfaces.
Versatile: It can be used on metal, concrete, wood, and more, making it applicable to different surfaces.
Surface restoration: Blast cleaning restores surfaces by removing old coatings and imperfections, preparing them for refinishing or painting.
Improved adhesion: It enhances the adhesion of new coatings or finishes by creating a clean and roughened surface.
Time and cost-efficient: Blast cleaning is a quick and efficient method for cleaning large or complex surfaces, saving time and reducing overall costs.
Environmentally friendly: Eco-friendly options like biodegradable or recyclable abrasives can be used, minimizing waste production.
Non-destructive: It removes contaminants without damaging the underlying surface when performed by professionals with proper techniques.
Safety and hygiene: Blast cleaning effectively removes hazardous substances like lead-based paint or mold, promoting a safer environment.
Professional expertise is crucial to ensure proper technique, material selection, and safety precautions.
Our sister company, APT Commercial Chemicals is a trusted UK-based manufacturer and supplier of specialist cleaning chemicals with over 30 years of experience, serving some of the UK’s largest businesses including the NHS, BAE systems, Tata Steel, the BBCand more.
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