Nowadays, it's clear that exposure to respirable crystalline silica during sandblasting can cause a serious or even fatal respiratory disease, called Silicosis, a scarring and hardening of the lungs. In most countries, it is now forbidden to use abrasives which contain more than 1% free silica.
How much does a small sandblaster cost?
You can buy a new sandblast kit for about $18 and a new air compressor for $90 to $200. Smaller, light jobs,may cost about $100.Jul 17, 2017
How much does sandblasting a trailer cost?
Assuming there is only two or three layers of paint a shop with a decent blaster should be able to finish in two hours, so $100 to $150 is reasonable.Nov 5, 2009
What can I use instead of a sandblaster?
Laser Cleaning as an Alternative to Sandblasting Laser cleaning may serve a similar purpose than sandblasting: removing rust, different oxides, oil, grease and paint. However, it uses laser ablation to remove the contaminants with little to no impact on the underlying material.Dec 6, 2018