04Major capability
Surface Preparation & Abrasive Blasting
United Painting self-performs abrasive blasting to remove existing coatings, rust and corrosion, and other surface contaminants before a new coating system is applied. Media blasting and other preparation methods are also available, matched to the substrate and the system being applied.

Method
Abrasive and media blasting
Blasting is used where existing coatings, corrosion or contaminants have to come off before a new coating system goes on. Abrasive blasting is performed by United Painting's own crews. Media blasting is available where the project calls for it.
- Abrasive blasting (self-performed)
- Media blasting
Scope
Washing, tool cleaning and coating removal
Not every surface needs blasting. The preparation methods United Painting uses include:
Preparation methods
- Pressure / power washing
- Hand-tool cleaning
- Power-tool cleaning
- Sanding
- Existing coating removal
- Rust / corrosion removal
Candidate scope · awaiting YES / NO · §6
- Grinding (substrate to be confirmed — not concrete)
Approach
Preparation matched to the coating system
Preparation is planned around the project requirements and the system being applied, helping create the conditions needed for adhesion, finish quality and coating performance.
Industrial PaintingIndustrial & Protective CoatingsTanks & Vessels
Existing coatings
Existing lead-containing coatings
United Painting works on projects involving existing lead-containing coatings within required containment, in accordance with project requirements, and using applicable project safety and control procedures.
- Work within containment systems when required
Qualification
Next step
Surface preparation supports industrial painting, protective coatings, tank and vessel work and architectural repainting.
Request a bid for preparation and coating work, or request a quote for a commercial project.